Winter analysis

Households account for 35% to 45% of annual emissions in Paris.

These emissions vary considerably between winter and summer. In winter, heating homes increases energy consumption, offering the greatest potential for reducing emissions

Rue de Rivoli

Since 2015, the City of Paris has embarked on an ambitious plan to promote cycling. The creation of a cycle lane in the famous Rue de Rivoli is one of the measures included in this plan.

Between 2017 and 2018, a first phase of work was undertaken. In 2020, just after the first confinement, the City of Paris decided to temporarily double the capacity of the cycle paths. Between 2021 and 2022, in response to demand from Parisians, the decision was taken to make this infrastructure permanent.

Closure of the Seine banks

On 1 September 2016, the City of Paris took an important decision: to close a 3.3 km stretch of the right bank of the Seine to cars.

However, the project was strongly criticised by several institutions and citizens. In addition, a study carried out a year after its implementation revealed some negative effects.

No car day

Launched in 2015, this public policy aims to introduce an annual car-free day within the perimeter of Paris intramuros. From 11am to 6pm, traffic is suspended, with the exception of a few authorised vehicles.