The Illogic Behind the Drive to Widen Highways - Transform
Why wider highways lead to more congestion — induced demand means more driving, more air pollution, more GHGs.| Transform
Why wider highways lead to more congestion — induced demand means more driving, more air pollution, more GHGs.| Transform
Although the CTC granted $73 million to Caltrans' plan to widen SR 37, we will have more chances to stop this project — we're not giving up.| Transform
California can't afford to keep building highways. Transform advocates for evidence-based solutions to ease congestion and reduce emissions.| Transform
Transform’s transportation work supports transit from two directions: more funding from the government to ensure reliable operations, and more access for riders, especially those who qualify for discount programs. Our recent report, Fair and Accessible Fares: Economic Justice in Transit, outlines steps transit agencies must take as they adopt new payment technologies to make sure […] The post Webinar: Building Equity into Transit Payment Systems appeared first on Transform.| Transform
The real solution to traffic congestion is more housing and better public transit — not wider highways, which just lead to more driving.| Transform
In a few weeks, Transform will release a report on how to ensure that open payment systems on transit serve all riders equally and where the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s (MTC) rollout of open payments on BART falls short. last week, Transform’s transportation policy manager, Abibat Rahman-Davies, spoke at a webinar on open payments hosted by […] The post Transform Speaks on Equity in Open Payments appeared first on Transform.| Transform
In July, Transform — in partnership with the School of Arts and Culture (SOAC) at the Mexican Heritage Plaza in San Jose — hosted a day of listening, walking, and observing to prepare for an upcoming Valley Transit Authority Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) grant-supported event. We brought together SOAC staff, board members, teaching artists, an individual […] The post What Equitable Community Engagement Looks Like at Mexican Heritage Plaza appeared first on Transform.| Transform
Transform is working with a coalition of local and regional advocates, including Rise South City and Sustainable South City, to stop a potential highway expansion project in San Mateo County. The project will likely add a new managed lane in each direction to a segment of Highway 101 stretching north from I-380 through Brisbane and […] The post Caltrans Pushes 101 Expansion Through Equity Priority Communities appeared first on Transform.| Transform
On September 24, 2025, Transform led a webinar on our groundbreaking report, Carsharing and Mobility Hubs in Affordable Housing: Process, Results & Lessons Learned. Transform’s deputy director, Carrie Harvilla, and program director Jennifer Ledet were joined by Krute Singa from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Colin Murphy from the Shared Use Mobility Center, and Mobility Hub […] The post Webinar: Lessons Learned from Community-Centered Mobility Hubs Pilot appeared first on Tra...| Transform
Transform is one of the community benefit organizations (CBOs) working on the California Air Resources Board (CARB) E-Bike Incentive Project. Our role is to identify people within the communities who could most benefit from adding an e-bike to their mobility options, work with them to determine their eligibility, and help them complete the application. We […] The post Applying for a California E-Bike Voucher Isn’t Easy—Here’s How Transform Is Helping appeared first on Transform.| Transform
On September 19, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation reauthorizing California’s Cap-and-Trade Program, now known as Cap-and-Invest. Reauthorizing Cap-and-Trade is a major victory, the culmination of a campaign Transform has been working on all year. Funding affordable housing and sustainable transportation is fundamental to addressing climate change, encouraging economic prosperity for all Californians, and advancing […] The post Cap-and-Invest Reauthorization Sustains Vital Fu...| Transform
On a sunny September afternoon, the parking spaces in front of Mezcal Restaurant in downtown San Jose became something much bigger than painted lines and asphalt. Potted plants, tables filled with creative activities and a trivia wheel, and the gentle hum of conversation replaced what was once just a space to store cars. As part […] The post San Jose Reimagines Street Space on Park(ing) Day appeared first on Transform.| Transform
For close to three decades, Transform has launched programs, built coalitions, and won campaigns to promote thriving transit, dense, affordable housing, and safe, vibrant, people-oriented streets. While the core of our work remains the same — reshaping housing and transportation to advance equity and combat the climate crisis — the current political environment provides extra […] The post Transportation Advocacy in an Era of Fascism appeared first on Transform.| Transform
Personal statement from Zack Deutsch-Gross as he prepares to take over the role of executive director at Transform.| Transform
Transform works to ensure that people of all incomes thrive in a world safe from climate chaos.At Transform, we are dedicated to creating a future where everyone has access to affordable and sustainable transportation options. Join us in building healthier, more connected communities.| Transform
All the California bills Transform is supporting, watching, and opposing in the 2025 legislative session — it's a long and impressive list.| Transform
Transform joined with allies to oppose a project to widen CA 37. Adding lanes doesn't solve congestion. Here's what will.| Transform
