Glossary

Bus rapid transit (BRT) is a bus-based transit system that delivers fast and efficient service that may include dedicated lanes, busways, traffic signal priority, off-board fare collection, elevated platforms and enhanced stations.

Source: https://www.transit.dot.gov/research-innovation/bus-rapid-transit

The state of an entity (such as a company, service, product or event), where the carbon emissions caused by the entity have been balanced out by a reaction such as planting trees or funding an equivalent amount of carbon savings elsewhere in the world.

Source: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/carbonneutrality.html

Microtransit is tech-enabled shared transportation that combines traditional fixed route transit and ride hailing technology. Routes are flexible; "schedules" shift based on rider demand; and fleets include vans, shuttles, and buses.

Source: https://www.planning.org/planning/2022/fall/on-demand-microtransit-a-rural-solution-to-public-transit/

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is a development strategy that focuses development along existing and planned transit infrastructure. TOD ensures an appropriate density and focuses transit supportive activities in order to encourage and sustain transit ridership. TOD also seeks to maximize access to transit by providing adequate housing choices, connections and mobility options. And TOD design guidance ensures that both the public and private realm are thoughtfully designed. See the Transit Oriented Development Policy for more.