Mobility Talks 27: How can better mobility planning reduce air and noise pollution in cities
With many European cities struggling to meet the air quality limits recommended by the World Health Organisation or the ones set out in the regulation, measures to reduce air pollution in urban areas are a central part of the sustainable mobility transition. These efforts are often not limited to air pollution, but often have positive […]
Innovation Futures: Beyond the horizon – Global Mobility Conference
This two day conference, hosted by the ITF’s Mobility Innovation Hub in collaboration with MOLIT and KOTSA, will explore how public authorities can foster emerging technological and governance innovations. Discussions will focus on innovation scans, targeted initiatives, and mechanisms to address future disruptions and challenges. Experts, foresight specialists, academics, and private-sector innovators will share insights […]
Mobility Talks 27: How can better mobility planning reduce air and noise pollution in cities?
With many European cities struggling to meet the air quality limits recommended by the World Health Organisation or the ones set out in the regulation, measures to reduce air pollution in urban areas are a central part of the sustainable mobility transition. These efforts are often not limited to air pollution, but often have positive […]
EIT Urban Mobility unveils its vision for Europe: The Manifesto for competitive and sustainable urban mobility
Brussels, 25 November 2024 — EIT Urban Mobility, a European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) initiative, a body of the EU has launched its Manifesto, a strategic document aimed at shaping urban mobility policies as the European Union mandate for 2024-2029 fully kicks-off. Rooted in innovation and collaboration, the Manifesto presents a bold vision […]
Simple and safe cycling and walking navigation system
The MARKED project aims to enhance the MOB+ platform in Vila Nova de Gaia to encourage walking and cycling asprimary modes of transport. This initiative integrates community insights and existing digital data to map safe and accessible cycling and walking routes. We will develop an innovative and intuitive routing system and introduce physical wayfinding elements. […]
Green Flow
Greenroads will address the pressing challenges of urban traffic management and safety in Ghent, Belgium. The project is inspired by the citys need to efficiently manage increasing traffic volumes, reduce congestion and enhance road safety for both vehicles and pedestrians. As a forward-thinking city committed to sustainability, Ghent has partnered with Greenroads to leverage cutting-edge […]
The urban mobility transition: How can the EU achieve more sustainable transport
Urban mobility and sustainable transport play a pivotal role in the EU’s broader green transition goals. For the EU to meet its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and achieving climate neutrality by 2050, innovation and transformation in the mobility sector are crucial. Our latest study on the transition toward sustainable transport shows that investments in […]
Working session: New Mobility Guidelines | Generalitat de Catalunya
Noves Directrius nacionals de mobilitat de Catalunya | Inici de la participació (esdeveniment en CATALÀ) Les Directrius nacionals de mobilitat són un instrument de planificació clau per establir el marc general de la mobilitat a Catalunya, d’acord amb els preceptes de la Llei 9/2003. Guiaran l’elaboració dels plans directors, dels plans específics i dels plans […]
EIT Urban Mobility and Government of Catalonia collaborate on new National Mobility Guidelines
Barcelona. 7 November 2024 – EIT Urban Mobility is leading the definition and implementation of the participation plan for the New National Mobility Guidelines in collaboration with the Government of Catalonia. This initiative, which will update the guidelines approved in 2006, is being spearheaded by EIT Urban Mobility, which is responsible for presenting and organising […]
Costs and benefits of the urban mobility transition – 2nd edition October 2024
This study, led by EIT Urban Mobility, and developed with TRT Trasporti e Territorio, explores the transition to sustainable urban mobility in Europe through 12 city prototypes, reflecting different urban characteristics. It assesses the costs and benefits of three scenarios to reach the transport sector’s Green Deal targets by 2030 and 2050: Key findings of […]
Sustainable transport infrastructure planning
The course is focused on target-oriented sustainable infrastructure planning within the framework of the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals. As shown by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), researchers and many countries; the current trajectory of increasing road traffic is incompatible with climate objectives and the 2030 […]
Real estate development for (future) mobility
The aim of this project is to address the knowledge gap in conventional planning and sketching practices, where the spatial requirements for mobility services are often overlooked or inadequately considered, resulting in poorly developed spaces and functionality. As sustainable transportation becomes an increasingly integral aspect of urban development, developers must adhere to new requirements and […]
Palmarès des Mobilités
For 32 consecutive years, VRT has recognized exceptional achievements in transport and mobility by awarding Gold, Silver, and Bronze Passes to outstanding metropolises and urban areas. Beyond these prestigious awards, VRT also bestows thematic prizes based on specific criteria. The Mobility Awards is a prominent gathering of over 350 influential figures from the transport and […]
Planos de Mobilidade Urbana Sustentável (SUMPs)
IMT and EIT Urban Mobility, in partnership with BGI, will organize on September 26th, in Coimbra, a training on Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans. The session will be aimed mainly at technicians from municipalities, metropolitan areas and inter-municipal communities, but is open to professionals, companies and startups in the area of mobility, subject to availability of […]
Over 100 startups supported with EIT Urban Mobility’s Investment Readiness Programme
Through its Investment Readiness Programme (IRP), EIT Urban Mobility has enhanced the fundraising capabilities and facilitated extensive networking opportunities for 102 startups since its inception in 2021. A total of 28 EU and associated countries are represented in the total with more than a third (35%) being women founded and/or led. The programme provides access […]
Mobility Talks 17: How will Living Labs bring life to innovation in mobility ecosystems?
EIT Urban Mobility facilitates testing and evaluation of new mobility solutions in living labs. Living labs are sites where citizens are engaged in the design, testing, co-creation and adoption of new solutions. The process fosters a multidisciplinary approach that draws on expertise and experience from several sectors and ensures that private, public, and research stakeholders […]
±15-Minute City: Human-Centred Planning in Action
The concept of 15mn city developed by Carlos Moreno has been increasingly popular over the past years. This study written by the Technical University of Munich explores the different dimensions of the 15mn city and looks at practical solutions to make cities and neighbourhoods more accessible and inclusive. One of the study’s outputs consists of […]
Costs and Benefits of the Urban Mobility Transition in Europe
Cities investing urgently in the shift to sustainable urban mobility in line with the Green Deal objectives could generate net benefits of up to €128 per citizen each year, finds a new report by EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. The […]
AI mobility landscape in the EU
Accelerating long-lasting change
In a context that calls for rapid local action to face numerous and diverse global challenges, fruitful collaboration to lead ambitious urban mobility change is needed more than ever. Too often, impactful innovative solutions do not make it beyond pilot stage, or mobility transformations remain circumscribed to a district. To overcome such hurdles, it is […]
Mobility Talks episode 14: Multimodal digital mobility services
Multimodal digital mobility services make shared mobility more accessible to users by bundling different modes and mobility providers in a single booking experience. Rolling out such services across European cities has the potential to significantly increase the attractiveness of shared mobility services – from public transport to micromobility – so they can compete with private […]
Mobility Talks episode 13: Pathways to zero carbon urban mobility
This mobility talk episode offers insights on pathways to transition to zero carbon mobility in European cities. Our panel gathers complementary perspectives from the private and public sectors: speakers from cities, metropolitan regions, the European Commission, and industry will reflect on their journey to reduce CO2 emissions from mobility. Discussions will reflect on the trade-off […]
Mobility Talks episode 10: Intermodality: How to move towards seamless integration?
Don’t miss our next episode of Mobility Talks on Intermodality taking place next 8 July at 15:30 CEST! Main Question: How can we move towards seamless integration? Intermodality aims to drive the better use of existing mobility services whilst facilitating the integration of new solutions, new mobility modes and promote new business models. It includes […]
Mobility Talks episode 8: Urban Air Mobility: is the future ready for take-off?
Why Urban Air Mobility is becoming so important in the future mobility of our cities? Which are the potentials and newest trends in the field? How does this potential deal with present regulations? Which is the potential role of EIT Urban Mobility? Mapping current mobility megatrends that step into the global market, two major fields deserve attention as potential frontrunners of the rapid transition towards sustainable urban commuting […]
