Latest posts tagged with #TopicOfTheMonth on Bluesky
This month, our #TopicOfTheMonth series focuses on sustainable development and celebrates 25 years of regional leadership in strengthening mobility and quality of life in the region.
Learn more about March’s focus on sustainable development: nctcog.org/Topic
This week, our February #TopicOfTheMonth series highlights Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer, a route that has provided safe, reliable transportation between Fort Worth and Oklahoma City for over 25 years.
For February, our #TopicOfTheMonth series explores intercity rail and how it connects North Texas to communities near and far.
Read more about intercity rail: nctcog.org/Topic
As we wrap up January’s #TopicOfTheMonth focus on growth, we’re looking ahead to the future of North Texas. By 2050, the region is expected to reach over 12 million residents.
Growth within the region brings both new opportunity and transportation challenges. This week, our #TopicOfTheMonth series explores how growth impacts congestion, commutes and transit access across North Texas.
As we continue January’s #TopicOfTheMonth focus on growth, this week we’re looking at how North Texas has expanded over time. Since 2000, Dallas-Fort Worth has added more than 3 million residents, bringing the population to over 8.5 million today.
North Texas has experienced exponential growth over the years, reshaping the region. This January, we’re kicking off the year with our #TopicOfTheMonth series by highlighting growth.
As we wrap up our #TopicOfTheMonth, we’re taking a look at how North Texas is planning for a more efficient future. From zero-emission freight technologies to programs that help fleets cut emissions and operating costs, NCTCOG continues working to support a sustainable freight system for the region.
This week, our #TopicOfTheMonth series highlights how rail, intermodal facilities and air cargo all support an efficient freight network that strengthens connections across the region and beyond.
Learn more about multimodal freight connection: www.nctcog.org/trans/about/...
From takeoff to touchdown, aviation plays a major role in connecting North Texas. To celebrate Aviation History Month, our #TopicOfTheMonth series takes a look at aviation and its impact on the region’s economy, workforce and innovation.
As October’s #TopicOfTheMonth focus on car care comes to an end, this week we’re sharing ways you can actively participate in car care awareness. Along with staying up to date with proper maintenance, you can monitor your car health with an OBD-II device.
Neglecting your car’s health can lead to both safety and environmental issues, putting yourself and others at risk. This week, our #TopicOfTheMonth series is highlighting the importance of proper car care and maintenance.
As our #TopicOfTheMonth series continues to highlight EVs, this week we’re focusing on the growth of electric vehicles in the region. North Texas is experiencing a high rate of EV growth, with nearly 95,000 EV drivers as of early 2024.
As our #TopicOfTheMonth on back-to-school safety wraps up, this week we’re spotlighting NCTCOG initiatives that promote safe and eco-friendly trips to and from school.
Back-to-school season is in full swing and this month we’re highlighting back-to-school safety for our #TopicOfTheMonth series. We’re kicking things off by sharing some reminders for safe habits for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.
Whether you’re commuting to work, meeting up with friends or catching a flight, public transportation is a great way to get around this summer.
For July, our #TopicOfTheMonth series highlights the North Texas transit system and the many ways it connects us and our region.
Improving air quality takes a team effort. As we wrap up June’s #TopicOfTheMonth series, we’re highlighting some simple ways we can all get involved and help improve the air we breathe.
Individuals can reduce excessive driving by walking, biking or using public transit when possible...
As we continue June’s #TopicOfTheMonth focus on Air Quality, this week we’re spotlighting NCTCOG’s initiatives to support a cleaner future.
Programs like Electric Vehicles North Texas and the DFW Air Quality Improvement Plan are helping our region adopt clean technologies and reduce emissions.
This week, our #TopicOfTheMonth series explores why air quality matters, and how taking simple actions can help improve the air we breathe.
Learn more about why air quality matters: www.nctcog.org/trans/about/...
#AirQuality #AirNorthTexas #Transportation
As we wrap up May's #TopicOfTheMonth focus on bicycling, let’s remember the importance of bike safety.
In 2015, NCTCOG launched Look Out Texans, an initiative designed to promote bike and pedestrian safety by encouraging North Texans to watch out for one another.
📣 #TopicOfTheMonth: Community connectors!
They help people with autism and/or learning disabilities, to connect with local activities & achieve their goals.
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As we wrap up April’s #TopicOfTheMonth series highlighting roadway safety, this week we’re focusing on Work Zone Awareness.
April 21-25 honors #WorkZoneAwarenessWeek, an annual spring campaign designed to encourage safe driving through roadway work zones.
As we continue to highlight roadway safety for our #TopicOfTheMonth series, here are some helpful tips on how to avoid distracted driving.
First, keep your phone’s settings on silent while driving and pull over if you need to check your phone or do anything else that interferes with driving.
Every second counts when you're behind the wheel. This month, our #TopicOfTheMonth series highlights the critical issue of roadway safety as April honors both Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Work Zone Awareness Week.
As we wrap up this month’s #TopicOfTheMonth series on sustainable development, we’re excited to highlight the Main Street project in the City of Crowley.
As part of our #TopicOfTheMonth series about sustainable development and the vital role it plays in our region, we’re excited to spotlight the Lake Highlands Multimodal Connectivity Project in Dallas.
Building a sustainable future takes dedication, innovation and investment. This month, we’re highlighting sustainable development as a part of our #TopicOfTheMonth series...
Your voice matters in shaping the future of transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth region!
As part of our #TopicOfTheMonth series, we invite you – the public – to share your ideas and opinions on local transportation topics and public input.
Our #TopicOfTheMonth series rolls on! This week, we’re exploring how the North Central Texas Council of Governments’ local, state and federal partners are making a real difference in our communities.
