Robert Siy
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Robert "Robie" Siy | |
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| Born | Robert Y. Siy, Jr. |
| Education | Ateneo de Manila University (BS) Cornell University (PhD) |
| Occupation(s) | Transport Economist, Development Economist |
Robert "Robie" Siy Jr. is a Filipino transport economist and development economist known for his work in urban planning and transportation policy.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Siy completed his Bachelor of Science in Management engineering at the Ateneo de Manila University from 1972 to 1976.[2] He later pursued his Doctor of Philosophy in City, Urban and Regional Planning at Cornell University.
Career and advocacy
[edit]Siy has been engaged with Philippine transit and urban planning policy. He serves as a transport economist and urban planner with Move as One Coalition, where he advocates for sustainable urban mobility solutions.[3]
He has been actively involved in various transportation policy discussions, including:
- Advocating for pedestrian and cyclist rights in urban planning[4]
- Contributing to discussions on mass transport solutions for economic recovery.[5]
- Analyzing road safety measures and urban mobility policies[6]
Notable work
[edit]Siy has contributed significantly to urban development discussions in the Philippines, particularly in:
- Promoting the development of pocket parks and open spaces in communities[7]
- Providing expertise on e-vehicle regulation policies[8]
- Analyzing infrastructure projects such as the Pasig River Expressway and their environmental impact.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ "About the Team - Robert Siy Jr". Move As One PH.
- ^ "Ateneo ME Batch '77 Donates Bike Racks to ASHS". Ateneo de Manila University.
- ^ "Can schools bring better mobility?". Manila Times.
- ^ "Non-priority for pedestrians, cyclists in proposed 2024 budget dismays group". Philippine Star.
- ^ "Mass transport one of the keys to economic recovery". Business World.
- ^ "Higher jaywalking fines overlook sensical road safety steps". Philippine Daily Inquirer.
- ^ "Ways to start pocket parks, people streets, open spaces in your community". Rappler.
- ^ "Why e-bikes, e-trikes regulated instead banned". Interaksyon.
- ^ "Planned Pasig River Expressway may just make traffic, pollution worse – groups". Philippine Star.