59K views · 102 reactions | Cities can be toxic - 4.2 million people die each year as a result of having to breathe the polluted air from industry, construction, and transport. 92% of the world’s population live in areas where pollution exceeds safe limits. In this video, we speak to leading experts and look into the research that has been done surrounding the safety of riding bikes in cities. | Global Cycling Network | Facebook

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