Rapid urbanisation and the urgent challenge of climate change have made sustainable transportation a priority for cities worldwide. Public transport plays a central role in reducing environmental impacts and promoting social equity, yet existing policies often overlook marginalised groups such as low-income communities, women, and racial minorities. In London, transport systems act as political infrastructures that shape who can access and participate in urban life. Balancing sustainability goals with economic growth, while addressing persistent inequalities, remains a critical challenge for governance bodies like Transport for London (TfL). My research thesis examines whether sustainable transport policies reproduce inequality, focusing on their impact on disadvantaged communities’ experience of and access to mobility. By exploring governance structures, the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and cycling infrastructure in London, it aims to contribute to the development of inclusive strategies that support a just transition toward sustainable and equitable urban mobility.
Isobe is a postgraduate researcher in Sustainable Business Development with an academic background in Anthropology. Her work explores the intersection of climate governance, urban infrastructure, and social equity, with a particular focus on sustainable transport transitions in London. Her current research examines how policies such as the Ultra Low Emission Zone, implemented by Transport for London, shape access to mobility for marginalised communities. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives and previous experience with the International Rescue Committee in Bogotá, she is interested in how climate policies can support more inclusive and equitable urban transitions.