THE ACT Government has extended Canberra’s electric bike library for a further two years, with more opening hours and more bikes.
Since the e-bike library opened in 2020 it has received nearly 1000 enquiries for loans, and issued 237 bike loans across Canberra.
Emissions Reduction Minister Shane Rattenbury said transport accounts for more than 60 per cent of Canberra’s overall greenhouse gas emissions.
“It is critical that we cut emissions from transport,” said Rattenbury.
“The Canberra Electric Bike Library encourages Canberrans to think about their travel options. No matter where you live in Canberra, you can borrow an e-bike for a week and test how it works for you when commuting, grocery shopping, or even on a school run.
“To help more Canberrans explore zero-emissions transport, we have added seven new bikes to the fleet, including an Australian made cargo trike and additional standard e-bike options.”
The e-bike library will be showcased at the Wheelie Fun Day Out on September 3 for test rides by e-bike library operators SEE Change.
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