Cuban Green Pedal Power: Bamboo Bicycles Reshaping Havana's Eco-conscious Future

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In a place where old cars, mopeds, and rickshaws are common, Cuba is now moving towards a greener future with bicycles made of bamboo.

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Leading this environmental change is Velo Cuba. This bicycle shop and tour company is changing Havana's transportation by focusing on sustainability and clever local ideas.

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In a unique partnership, Velo Cuba collaborates with volunteers from diverse backgrounds - from stay-at-home mothers to members of the deaf community.

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These 'green' bikes emerge from the 28 species of bamboo that grow in Cuba, as Nayvis Diaz, the visionary founder of Velo Cuba, points out.

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Cuba's economy is struggling due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and old U.S. sanctions. As a result, transportation and steady jobs are big problems.

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Velo Cuba's creative approach is changing how people move around in Cuba, a place known for old cars and Chinese mopeds because of limits on imports.

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The bamboo bicycle workshops promote job creation and skills training, addressing the persistent issue of employment.

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The Dutch Embassy's funding is a noteworthy endorsement of this innovative initiative, illuminating the international importance of locally driven, eco-friendly solutions.

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Amidst Havana's diverse transportation tableau, bamboo bicycles represent more than an ecological novelty; they are symbols of resilience and adaptability.

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