Preview of Tomorrow
In this podcast series Michael Lake, President and CEO of Leading Cities, speaks with a variety of thought leaders from visionary companies providing actionable solutions to major issues plaguing cities today. These issues range from air pollution to cyber-attacks to infectious disease and more. Michael dives into the inspiration behind each company and how they see themselves evolving in the coming years. This series will equip you with a plethora of valuable knowledge, and if nothing else, enjoy Michael’s amazing Boston accent.
Preview of Tomorrow
Free-er Cleaner City Transport
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Leading Cities
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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There may not be free lunches, but there are free rides.
In this episode of Preview of Tomorrow, Alexander Esposito, Co-Founder and CEO of Circuit, describes how his startup is reducing the amount of single-occupancy vehicles on the road to mitigate traffic in cities. Circuit offers free shuttle services that transport people to nearby bus or train stations within specific geo-fenced areas. The company employs hourly-paid workers and electric vehicles, providing economic and environmental benefits to local communities, while alleviating traffic.
