Populous

About Us

POPULOUS was born out of a dual global imperative: the critical need to reduce transport-sector emissions and the growing epidemic of social isolation—both worsened by digital detachment and the aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), transportation contributes around 27% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing single-occupancy vehicle journeys is a crucial step toward achieving the UK’s legally binding net-zero emissions target by 2050.

POPULOUS addresses these challenges head-on by merging ride-sharing with social connection. The platform enables users to travel with purpose, forging relationships while reducing their personal and collective carbon footprints. Our innovative features and mission-driven design position POPULOUS as not just an app—but a movement for a more sustainable, socially cohesive future.