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The Portugal Smart Cities Summit celebrated its 10th edition from October 8th to 10th at FIL, Lisbon! 👏 The smart cities concept goes beyond mobility, digital platforms, and sustainability. It's about integrating the human side with these areas to enhance citizens' lives. This event was a hub of innovative opportunities—where innovation met education, and ideas turned into real business across sectors. 🔥 From national to international horizons, the Portugal Smart Cities Summit sparked vital discussions about the future of urban organization, paving the way for cities that are more connected, sustainable, and citizen-focused. Let's keep shaping smarter, greener, and more forward-thinking mindsets in our community! What's your take on this? 💭 Share your thoughts in the comments! #PortugalSmartCities #Innovation #Sustainability #UrbanFuture #SmartCitiesSummit

Some recent news and interesting tidbits for a Friday - weekend reading: 🚲Barcelona has marked a significant achievement in sustainable urban mobility, with a record 80.1% of journeys within the city in 2023 being made through eco-friendly modes of transport. This includes walking, cycling, using personal mobility vehicles (PMVs), and public transportation, showcasing a significant shift away from reliance on private vehicles. https://lnkd.in/e7QYuN45. ☀️A study from JRC highlights the enormous potential of deploying photovoltaic (PV) technology on rooftops, over water bodies and alongside roads and railways (collectively referred to as R3) across the EU. This approach could exceed a total installed capacity of 1 TWp without environmental compromise. With a technical capacity of 1,120 GWp and an estimated annual production of 1,208 TWh, such deployment could meet 48% of the EU's electricity needs as of 2022, surpassing the ambitious 2030 targets set in the EU Solar Strategy. https://lnkd.in/eGxVPzyH 🖥️In a significant step towards digital inclusivity, Sunderland launches the Community Digital Health Hubs initiative, aiming to bridge digital divides by providing comprehensive access and support across 22 locations. Funded by the UK Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund, this collaboration involves Sunderland City Council, Boldyn Networks, the British Esports Federation, and 22 community partners, forming a crucial part of the larger "Links for Life" campaign. The initiative is designed to ensure that every resident, regardless of their digital proficiency, can enhance their digital skills and confidence, powered by Sunderland's extensive public Wi-Fi network and a smart city partnership. https://lnkd.in/e7G77UKM Which pieces of news have you inspired for the weekend? #smartcities #smartcity #urbanmobility #energyefficiency #digitalinclusion

💡 Looking for a wide variety of mobility innovations to transform cities? Introducing the Mobility Innovation Marketplace, featuring over 440 mobility solutions and around 70 real-life implementations that show what's possible. It’s the go-to resource for cities, transport authorities, and industry players looking to grow their businesses while enhancing urban life. Stay ahead of the curve with access to cutting-edge innovations, best practices, and insightful articles on the latest mobility trends 🌍 Ready to explore and innovate? Access the platform in the link in the comments ⬇️ #MobilityInnovationMarketplace #SustainableMobility #Innovation #SmartCities

Have you ever wondered why business-to-government (B2G) data for urban mobility planning is necessary? Alyssa Harris sheds light on the key takeaways of our latest Eurocities webinar from the series 'a better mobility starts in cities': 🌆 The necessity for data to optimise urban logistics and mitigate emissions in urban areas is clear ℹ The role of cities needs to be clarified in implementing relevant EU initiatives on mobility data (i.e., ITS Directive) 🤝 Cities could provide regulatory policies directly to mobility operators to integrate into the mobility operators' systems - and avoid any misunderstanding Our recommendations towards the #EU can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ePAftN-8 Thomas Lymes Damaris Anna Gruber NAPCORE🚲 Stijn Vernaillen Stad Antwerpen María José Aparicio Sanchiz Ayuntamiento de Madrid Marc Naether Bolt Micro-Mobility for Europe #LocalFutureEU #DigitalTransformation #mobility #UrbanMobility

Calling all changemakers in tech mobility! Don’t miss out on joining the NL pavilion for MOVE London this summer. There is still time to register and attend the information webinar this Thursday 18 April 2024 at 15.00 CET.   After a successful first edition of an NL Lounge during MOVE 2023, with over 16 Dutch entrepreneurs, we are gearing up for the next edition of MOVE 2024. Are you a Dutch company operating in the mobility sector and have ambitions to expand internationally? Then this mission and exhibition are for you!   What: A Dutch Pavilion at MOVE 2024 (https://lnkd.in/drbvbuVP) in London preceded by an inspirational trip to Bristol and London. Organised by NLUKTrade in London in close collaboration with Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the United Kingdom Netherlands Enterprise Agency Amsterdam Trade & Innovate Rotterdam Partners Horizon Flevoland ROM Utrecht Region   When: From 17 to 20 June 2024   Why & for whom: This inspirational & full of networking opportunities mission including participation in MOVE Mobility 2024 is for Dutch companies active in sustainable urban mobility sector such as MAAS, active mobility, Mapping and GIS, Tech date and innovation, battery tech, energy & charging, micro-mobility, solutions and zero-emission last-mile smart parking.   For more information you are invited to attend this week's information webinar on Thursday 18 April 2024 15.00 CET   #UnitedKingdom is the place to be for the #EVmarket #micromobility market and many more! #London is changing fast #Bristol is a frontrunner! #Innovation #Mobility #TechMobility #GreenMobility #NLontheMOVE   Deadline for registration for the mission is 30 April 2024 via: https://lnkd.in/ew8KT3gk Registration for this week's webinar can be done via the same link.

#WorldCitiesDay | The Urban Challenge Ahead By 2050, our cities will welcome 2.5 billion more residents. That's not just a number—it's a call to action. The UN's latest report paints a clear picture: 📈 2 of 3 humans will live in cities ↳ That's 66% of humanity in urban areas ↳ More than ever in history 43 megacities by 2030 ↳ All with 10M+ residents ↳ Each needing seamless mobility solutions The United Nations recognizes these urban challenges: ↳ India: +416M new urban dwellers ↳ China: +255M new urban dwellers ↳ Nigeria: +189M new urban dwellers This isn't the future. This is now. At SKIDATA, we're already deploying tomorrow's solutions: 🚗 Smart Mobility Hubs ↳ Reducing inner-city congestion ↳ 130,000+ users in Linköping ↳ Real-time guidance systems 🔄 Multi-Modal Transportation ↳ 54 mobility hubs with NMBS Railways ↳ Connecting all of Belgium ↳ Park & Ride integration ↳ Last-mile solutions 🔋 Future-Ready Infrastructure ↳ EV charging integration ↳ Digital payment systems ↳ Intelligent access control ↳ Real-time occupancy management 🌱 Urban Transformation ↳ Converting parking to green spaces ↳ Optimizing city zones ↳ Enhancing pedestrian areas The future of urban mobility isn't about single solutions. It's about integration. It's about connectivity. It's about sustainability. It's about building Better Cities for Better Lives. Ready to transform your city's mobility landscape? Let's connect and discuss your urban mobility strategy. #WorldCitiesDay #SmartCities #UrbanMobility #SKIDATA ------------------------------------------ [ 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 ] if you like this post [ 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 ] if you have a suggestion or additional insight [ 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 ] if you are in a rush

What’s in the air in C40 cities around the world? ☁️ Hear from five global leaders from Hôtel de Ville in #Paris 🇫🇷 HEALTH | Founder and CEO of Clean Air Fund, Jane Burston Health is at the heart of #BreatheCities, a pioneering initiative launched by C40 Cities in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies and Clean Air Fund. It aims to improve public health and reduce air pollution by 30% by 2030 in signatory cities. COMMUNITY | Lord Mayor of Copenhagen, Sophie Hæstorp Andersen Copenhagen is recognized as one of the world’s most cycle-friendly cities and its cycling community is stronger than ever. “By collaborating with cities within C40, we are able to learn more from each other on how to make our communities cleaner and healthier." THRIVING NEIGHBOURHOODS | Mayor of Phoenix, Kate Gallego Cities are transforming neighbourhoods to boost access to local shops, amenities, and services. Since 2021, Phoenix has added 100 miles of bidirectional bike lanes. The city aims to establish 100 miles of ‘Cool Corridors’ to expand greenspace and provide shade for people walking and cycling by 2030. CHANGE | Mayor of Seoul, Oh Se-hoon Seoul, between 2018 and 2023, deployed 1,033 electric buses and 27 hydrogen fuel cells. Since 2021, the city has procured only zero-emission buses, four years ahead of the C40 Green and Healthy Streets Accelerator target date. HOPE | Mayor of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski Warsaw has just introduced one of the first Clean Transport Zones in all of Eastern Europe, which will cover a total area of 37 km² and target the most polluting vehicles to reduce the impact of harmful nitrogen oxides and particulate matter emissions. By 2028, these emissions are expected to halve. #ItsInTheAir

🚚 Transforming Urban Goods Distribution: Barcelona's Innovative Approach 🔍 Investigating public-private networks for efficient urban delivery ⏩ Proposed network targets major metropolitan areas 🌍 EU's push for reduced transport impact and intermodal solutions 📍 Barcelona's 1,057 identified microhubs optimize package delivery 🛠️ Key infrastructure includes public transport stations, markets, and parking 💻 Developed algorithms for adaptive, efficient route planning 🚴♂️ Emphasis on electric vans and cargo bikes for better air quality 🤝 Collaborative effort among universities and research institutes 📈 Promising field test results show emission reduction potential 🏞️ Algorithms improve healthcare access in rural areas 🌆 Aligned with UN's Sustainable Development Goals for resilient urban living Let's commit to creating sustainable cities together! 💪 #UrbanMobility #SustainableCities #InnovationInLogistics

URBAN MOBILITY: LATEST INSIGHTS INTO MICROMOBILITY POTENTIALS IN EUROPEAN CITIES. Here are updated insights and survey results compiled and released by McKinsey & Company. #micromobility #sharedmobility #electricmobility #emobility #greenmobility #sustainablemobility #urbanmobility #smartmobility #futuremobility #newmobility #mobility #roadtransportation #innovation #technology #emissions #emissionscontrol #emissionsreduction #zeroemissions #zev #greentechnologies #greentech #greenproducts #environment #environmentalprotection #urbanlife #urbanliving #city #citylife #cityliving #outlook #2024outlook #consumer #consumerbehavior #consumersentiment #consumeradoption #europe #europeanunion #eurozone

The urgency for change is clear. The world will face an increase in urban mobility demands, driven by population growth and rapid urbanization. By 2050, an estimated 70% of the global population will live in cities, underscoring the urgent need for inclusive urban planning and sustainable development strategies. Cities must pivot quickly to avoid rising emissions, congestion, and social inequality tied to outdated transport systems. This is where Global Mobility Call will serve as a platform to explore breakthrough technologies, sustainable infrastructure, and policy innovations that ensure transport solutions align with the needs of future generations. The event will highlight how the green transition, digital transformation, and social inclusion are integral to creating sustainable mobility ecosystems. The future of mobility is about more than getting from point A to B: it's about making sure those journeys are powered by renewable energy, managed by intelligent systems, and accessible to all. As global leaders come together at Global Mobility Call, they'll shape solutions that address the transport challenges we face now and in the coming decades. From electric vehicles to smart cities, this event will accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more efficient, and equitable mobility future. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the global conversation! 🌿 📅 Save the date: November 19 - 21, 2024 | Location: IFEMA MADRID, Spain. Cities Today article 'Driving sustainable mobility into 2025': https://lnkd.in/dsJGVbNF #GlobalMobilityCall #SustainableMobility #FutureOfTransport #GreenInnovation #SmartCities #ElectricVehicles #UrbanMobility