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[European Mobility Week - Ep. 2]   👉 How can we decarbonize our transport systems? To reduce car use and promote low CO2 solutions, Egis helps local authorities develop their travel strategies, especially by creating mobility plans.   🚶♀️🚴♂️ For short trips, walking and biking are the best options. 🚌 For longer trips, public transport is a great alternative if it's well-suited to the area. One lesser-known but effective option is the ‘Commuter Express busway,’ which serves people living in the suburbs who commute to the city for work. Why are Express Busway services a good alternative to driving for people in the suburbs?  ✅ Dedicated lanes on urban highways ✅ No traffic jams, even during rush hours  ✅ Direct connections to major transport hubs at the city’s edge ✅ Fast travel times ✅ Comfortable rides and reasonable costs for passengers   🎯 One major challenge is launching multiple Express Busway lines at once to fully use the dedicated lanes and prevent congestion on the rest of the road network. 🎥 Find out with Anne MARSOT and Romain LEO, transport planning engineers at Egis, how Express Busway services help reduce carbon emissions and why they’re a promising solution for the future of mobility.

Have you heard about the Mobility Transition? It’s a movement that is needed to reduce carbon emissions produced by the transport industry. Rail is the green travel alternative to cars and planes. According to an EEA study, air travel is reported to be 20 times worse for emissions than rail. By offering more high-speed rail services, we give people more options for #sustainable travel. Our #digital technology connects urban centres and cities, which enables people to avoid using their cars. By alleviating congestion and enhancing connectivity, we’re helping to build cleaner, safer, and greener societies around the world. Read our blog to find out how we’re driving the Mobility Transition: https://bit.ly/3zyS8Qv

An interesting read on Toronto's future for the aviation sector and I look forward to seeing how they have progressed when I visit in a couple of weeks time. This article discusses their vision for a cleaner, greener downtown airport, and it's pretty inspiring. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is aiming to be a sustainability leader with innovative plans such as: - Transitioning to electric ground support equipment - Investing in renewable energy sources - Enhancing green spaces around the airport These steps are not just about reducing the carbon footprint but also about creating a better environment for passengers, employees, and the local community. It's a great example of how airports can balance growth with environmental responsibility. Check out the full article for more insights: https://lnkd.in/eGH-69QC #TorontoGreenAirport #Aviation #Airports #GreenTravel #AirTravel #RenewableEnergy #ElectricGroundSupport #GreenSpaces #Environmental

🛫 Top Net Zero strategies from the world’s busiest airports. I came across this great roundup by Sustainability Magazine spotlighting the ambitious targets of some of the world’s largest and busiest airports as as they look to become among the world’s greenest. It underscores the critical and innovative steps airports are taking towards environmental stewardship, each a busy hub in its own right, championing the Net Zero movement. The top 9: 1. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands 2. Denver International Airport, USA 3. Delhi International Airport, India 4. London Heathrow Airport, UK 5. Los Angeles International Airport, USA 6. Frankfurt Airport, Germany 7. Dubai International Airport, UAE 8. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, USA 9. Istanbul International Airport, Turkey Each of these airports, from Schiphol with its fully electric vehicles to Istanbul's major afforestation projects, are not just reducing their carbon footprint; they are setting new standards in sustainability. At CIM, we are proud to either already be working with or be in discussions with a number of global airports to both enhance their operational efficiency and reduce their environmental impact. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekBJsMyV

With growing pressure from passengers and regulatory bodies, sustainability has become a critical focus for airports. While sustainability is crucial for the airport sector to ensure its future, what does it mean to be a truly sustainable airport? And what are the 5 specific issues that must be tackled to achieve this goal? Discover the answers to these critical questions in our Knowledge Hub article: https://okt.to/THMcxI #Sustainability #AirportOperations #EnvironmentalImpact #BaggageHandling #BHS

🌿 Fly Towards Sustainability with Austrian Airlines in the Business Case Challenge 2024! 🌿 The "Fly Greener" Challenge is your chance to be at the forefront of aviation innovation. Your groundbreaking ideas can lead the way to a more sustainable future in air travel. Why You Should Take Flight with Us: Fly Towards Sustainability ✈️: Partner with Austrian Airlines and contribute to a greener future. Innovate for moresustainable aviation that makes a real difference.   Eco-Innovation Takes Flight 🚀: Challenge the status quo with strategies or technologies to reduce CO2 emissions. Whether through sustainable aviation fuels or fleet modernization, your ideas have the power to propel Austrian Airlines forward.   Lead the Green Revolution 🌎: Elevate Austrian Airlines to new heights in environmental stewardship. Your visionary solutions can redefine more eco-friendly travel, shaping the industry's future. Deadline: June 2, 2024, 23:55 - Seize this opportunity to contribute to the green transformation of aviation. Mark your calendars and join us in crafting the future of more sustainable air travel. Be part of the quest: https://lnkd.in/dAPG_avB

🚨DID YOU MISS THIS?🚨 Mobility-as-a-Service continues to evolve rapidly, revolutionising the way that people navigate urban environments. By integrating various transportation services into a single platform, MaaS enables the offering of seamless, convenient and often cost-effective mobility solutions. For Intelligent Transport, Mariusz Zabrocki, UK General Manager at FREENOW, shares his thoughts on how MaaS can be vital in supporting more sustainable transport choices; what role it can play in improving the accessibility of the industry; and the importance of collaboration between public and private transport.

🌿 Sustainable Aerotropolis: Reimagining the Future of Airports 🌍 Airports are evolving into pivotal players in the global push towards sustainability, transforming from transit points to comprehensive energy hubs. This shift is about more than enhancing efficiency; it’s about contributing to broader energy grids and sustainable practices within the aviation sector. 🛫 A Blueprint for Change Airports are redefining themselves through sustainable design and construction. By integrating eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs, airports are becoming models of green architecture, reducing their carbon footprints and enhancing resilience to climate change. 💡 Sustainable Energy Hubs Airports are integrating renewable energy production, fundamentally shifting energy management and carbon emissions. Solar arrays and wind turbines meet energy demands and contribute surplus power to local grids. This transformation is vital for decarbonizing airport activities, supported by collaborations across the aviation value chain. 💧 Water Stewardship Innovative water management strategies are turning airports into models of conservation. Techniques such as rainwater harvesting and wastewater recycling are leading the charge in water stewardship, demonstrating that every drop counts. ♻️ Waste Management Airports are reimagining waste as a resource, focusing on reduction, recycling, and circular economy principles. Composting food waste and repurposing materials minimize waste streams and set new benchmarks for sustainability. 🌱 Biodiversity and Ecosystems Integrating nature into airport operations, airports create green spaces that support local ecosystems. Green roofs, preserved habitats, and biodiversity projects enhance passenger experience and contribute to ecological health. 🚲 Sustainable Transit Improving public transit, cycling infrastructure, and electric vehicle support reduces indirect emissions, promoting sustainable airport shuttles and ground transport. Electrification and Sustainable Fuels Airports are crucial in distributing sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) and pioneering the future integration of hydrogen and electric-powered flights. Economic and Community Benefits Transforming airports into energy hubs creates green jobs, supports local SMEs, and enhances regional economic resilience, making airports catalysts for sustainable development. Overcoming Challenges Significant capital investment in technologies and infrastructure, effective stakeholder collaboration, and supportive regulations are essential for a smooth transition to sustainable practices. The Collaborative Flight 🚀 Achieving sustainable airports is a collective journey, demanding the engagement of all sectors and communities. As global connectors, airports have the unique opportunity to inspire a shift towards sustainability across industries. #SustainableAviation #EcoInnovation #FutureOfTravel #GreenAirports #ClimateAction Image credit: DALL.E

In the dynamic landscape of modern aviation, sustainability is shaping the ethos of airports worldwide and the City of Phoenix Aviation Department has emerged as a leader in those efforts. Read more here to learn how Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the nation’s top large airport according to the Wall Street Journal, is soaring to new heights in sustainability practices! ✈️

At Branchspace, we're passionate about sustainability in aviation and always eager to share valuable insights. This month, we've curated a selection of five essential reads that explore the path to a greener aviation industry. 🌿 From visionary roadmaps like the The International Council on Clean Transportation's "Vision 2050: Aligning Aviation with the Paris Agreement" to practical assessments in SimpliFlying's "Sustainable Aviation Outlook Report 2024" 📊, these resources provide a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities ahead. Dive into electric mobility with Green Mobility Magazine ⚡, explore regenerative tourism through EarthCheck's discussion paper ♻️, and understand future constraints with The Shift Project's "Flying in 2050" 📉. Let's embark on this journey towards a sustainable aviation future together. #SustainableAviation #GreenFuture #AviationInnovation #EcoFriendlyTravel #AviationSustainability