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We're looking forward to Urbanism Next's 2024 Europe Conference, where we'll be 'Considering the expected societal impacts of automated vehicles in urban areas with the EU Common Evaluation Methodology' in a session lead by Isabel Wilmink (TNO), Jeroen A. Beukers (tpg transports publics genevois), Julia M. C. Friedlander (San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), and Satu Innamaa (VTT)! Worldwide, many pilots are carried out with automated vehicles. Possible effects are evaluated, but often in a limited way. With growing maturity of automated vehicle concepts, it is becoming more important to be able to assess the broader implications of the automated mobility systems or services and their use on people and society – so city authorities and public transport providers can consider how automated mobility can help them achieve their goals. The newly developed EU Common Evaluation Methodology (EUCEM) can be used to assess whether goals can be met, regarding the three pillars of sustainability: economy, society and ecology. If you're interested in joining us, the workshop will be held on Thursday, October 10th at the Maritim Hotel, Amsterdam. Early bird registration is only until September 1st, so grab your discounted tickets today! Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gEzH-wSa

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Why is governance relevant for sustainable urban mobility?✨🤝   At MobiliseYourCity we believe that good governance is essential for driving transformative actions that pave the way for equitable urban mobility systems. Here are three compelling reasons why effective governance matters:    1️⃣ Efficient Urban Mobility for Inclusive Cities 2️⃣ Good Governance Reduces Chaos 3️⃣ Mobility as a Development Catalyst   Explore more in the post 👇 and stay tuned for our upcoming topic guide on governance – we're just getting started! #GoodGovernance #UrbanMobility #SustainableCities

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𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 🤷‍♀️ It's also not the (lack of) technology that stalls the efficiency of urban mobility. The solutions are there, ready to serve citizens to make better transport choices everyday - the way we use them, however, is largely dependent on political leadership and mobility strategy that put people first. In this latest edition of #SmartCity by MEDIA PLANET, with PropTech Lab we delve into how real estates and mobility must go hand in hand in order to facilitate the transition and make cities future-proof. We keep asking how will the city of tomorrow look like - yet 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘁 🙌

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🌍🚶‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (#SUMPs) form the foundation of European urban mobility policy, offering cities a framework to create smarter, greener, and more efficient transport networks. Whether you're just starting your journey with SUMPs or looking to refine your current strategy, the tools and resources provided by the EU Urban Mobility Observatory are here to guide you. The Decision Makers' Summary offers essential insights, breaking down best practices and effective strategies for successful SUMP implementation. By focusing on sustainability, cities can make transformative changes in urban mobility, improving accessibility, reducing emissions, and creating healthier environments for residents. Start shaping the future of urban mobility today by exploring our resources and taking the next step toward a cleaner, more connected city. Download the Decision Makers' Summary here: 🔗https://ow.ly/MlU750U0oaS #UrbanMobilityEU #SustainableMobility #SmartCities European Commission CIVITAS Initiative

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As India moves toward a future where half its population will live in cities by 2050, our urban centres must tackle climate challenges head-on. That’s why, as Shruti Parija, Director at Social Alpha, says, "It is vital that our cities adapt to the challenges posed by climate change.” To find innovative solutions that can shape our cities into a more climate-resilient and sustainable version of their present selves, we are partnering with the U of T India Foundation to lead the search for Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition. "UTIF is committed to building pathways that bridge innovation and impact," says Gauravi Lobo, UTIF's country head. Together, we’re empowering startups to transform India’s cities. To learn more about the program, visit - https://lnkd.in/gqeWPduj University of Toronto India Foundation | Manoj Kumar | Smita Rakesh | Mohan Loganathan | Imran Kanga | Anusha Bhansali | Poorna R #InvestedInImpact #ReimaginingUrbanIndia #InnovateForGood #SustainableInnovation #InnovateForChange #Techtonic

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For the first time in European history, a dedicated Housing Commissioner has been appointed to the European Commission, reflecting a growing recognition of housing as a critical issue across the continent. While much attention is focused on the housing crisis in rapidly growing cities, the challenges faced by shrinking cities often remain underexplored. Affordable housing in shrinking cities is one of the Residents of the Future | URBACT APN main topics. That's why we teamed up with URBACT expert liat rogel to deal with challeneges and results. And here is what we found out: https://lnkd.in/dfEdEKZr

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Of all the the urban policy innovations we discuss and try to reform in our own ways, Parking gets very little attention as most people (including me) stay far away from it :) But, that's not the right approach; the reality is that our cities now have millions of vehicles and we better evolve parking policies based on sound design principles and social equity. As cities cater to more and more vehicles that occupy the precious real estate, cities deserve the monetize the precious public asset - the parking space, which belongs to everyone, including those that don't own any vehicles at all. I had this moment of enlightenment after meeting Sonal Shah (She/ her) and Adithya D of Center for Sustainable & Equitable Cities recently learning about their work in Delhi and discussing Bengaluru parking scenario. Read this insightful note on implementing parking plans in Bengaluru. Ashish Verma Revathy Ashok Dr. Meghna Verma Vikram Rai Ravichandar V Meera K Outer Ring Road Companies Association ELCITA-Electronics City Industrial Township Authority SHREE D N Christin Mathew Philip Rasheed Kappan

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At this week's Active Mobility Finance Workshop, global leaders in government, finance and urban development are collaborating to build new funding frameworks for #ActiveMobility infrastructure. 🚴‍♂️ Discussions focus on creating concrete financing mechanisms for walking and cycling projects, with particular emphasis on regions where safe infrastructure is most urgently needed. These deliberations lay the foundation for transformative change in how cities fund and implement active mobility solutions. Stay tuned for key outcomes from the workshop and pathways forward!

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🌍 How can the private sector reshape urban mobility in Smart Cities? In our latest webinar on the 28th of May, Edwin Mermans and Janneke Brouwer highlighted the crucial role of private-sector innovation in transforming urban mobility. Edwin, Senior Advisor for International National Affairs at North Brabant, emphasized the importance of European-scale initiatives and the transition to smart, sustainable, and inclusive mobility systems. He explained the bottom-up governance approach of the Civitas New Mobility Services (NMS) partnership, making it accessible to various stakeholders. Janneke Brauer, the Practice Lead Co-Create of Tekko and CIVITAS in Rotterdam, focused on the need for strong connections and understanding the root causes of unsuccessful collaborations. She stressed the importance of innovative solutions and robust partnerships between scale-ups and cities. Janneke proposed hosting events to address specific obstacles and barriers, aiming for practical solutions through collective efforts. Finally, Mackenzie Banker, our Global Private Sector Lead, showcased how BABLE Smart Cities bridges public and private sector needs, having completed over 150 projects across Europe. The Civitas New Mobility Services initiative is deploying large-scale solutions to enhance accessibility, air quality, and inclusive mobility. Mackenzie also demonstrated the City Insights Manager tool, which aggregates data on city needs and streamlines procurement processes. #SmartCities #UrbanMobility #PrivateSector #Innovation #Sustainability

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Indian Real Estate Sector Poised to Cross $4.8 Trillion by 2047, PropTech to Reach $600 Billion, Says CREDAI-EY Report https://lnkd.in/gCPCa6tt via @SquareFeatIndia

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Mobility poverty impacts a significant number of people in London and Canada. Unseen Commuters is an important publication to shed some light on those challenges and more importantly how to move forward. "... [The] booklet contains eight stories based on real-life situations describing mobility inequity experiences ... Plus a fictional story of an aspirational future... also includes a chapter with statistical data to better understand the breadth and depth of the issue and discuss data gaps; a chapter with the key learnings and next steps for improving and implementing an equitable mobility strategy; and a chapter presenting the two guiding frameworks for the project—UN Sustainable Development Goals and Mobility Equity." #MobilityEquity #SustainableCities #SDGCitiesCanada Read the article from CTV News here: https://lnkd.in/gR9xy7HW

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📰 The new INSIGHTS piece by Inge van den Bijgaart, David Klenert, Linus Mattauch, and Simona Sulikova sheds light on the hidden costs of car dependency in cities and its effect on public health. 🚶 Their study finds that car-reliant transport systems limit physical activity, leading to higher healthcare costs from conditions tied to inactivity, like heart disease and depression. Each mile driven instead of walked or cycled costs around $2.91 in the UK and $8.25 in the US. 💡 The authors research calculated the fuel taxes needed to cover these hidden health costs—38% in the UK and 44% in the US. This increase is drastic, but it could encourage more people to walk, cycle, or use public transport for shorter trips—reducing healthcare costs linked to inactivity. 🌐 While some see this approach as restrictive, urban areas make it easy to fit exercise into daily habits. Without policies to boost fitness, society will face higher health insurance costs and taxes due to rising healthcare needs. Explore the full insights here👉 https://lnkd.in/eHH77NxY Utrecht University School of Economics , European Commission , Technische Universit��t Berlin, The World Bank #urbanhealth #sustainablecities #economicpolicy

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What kind of city do you want? Do you want a city for cars? Or do you want a city for people? Mark Nieuwenhuijsen, Director of the Urban Planning, Environment and Health Initiative at #ISGlobal, believes that "cities are for people" and highlights Barcelona's #superblock urban model as a success in The Washington Post. "There's a positive effect on health and well-being," says Nieuwenhuijsen. "There's more green, less air pollution, less noise. And we know it has a better impact on physical activity levels and better mental health. And of course it's good for C02 emissions. They're reduced." Read the full article here:

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Kudos to Badal Yagnik and Colliers India for unveiling their insightful report, “The Multifaceted Occupier Landscape of India Office Market.” The data speaks volumes—real estate, especially office spaces, is soaring 🌟to new heights, with Global Capability Centers (GCCs) expected to drive 40% of demand for Grade A office space in the coming years. This trend highlights how the real estate sector is minting money for every related industry! Here are key insights: 🔹 Engineering, Manufacturing, and BFSI will lease approximately 12 million sq.ft. annually** between 2025-2027, collectively contributing to around 40% of office space demand. 🔹 Tech firms, while stabilizing with hybrid models, still contribute 15 million sq.ft. to annual demand. 🔹 Flex space leasing in tier-2 cities is expected to account for 15-20% of total office space in the next 2-3 years. This shift is more than just numbers—it's a signal of India's rapidly evolving real estate landscape, especially in hubs like Gurugram. Our company, ProperT, has been part of this explosive growth 🌟, now leading with marquee real estate projects valued over 2000 crores, and SSVG & Millennium Engineers have secured construction projects worth 1000 crores. The demand for office space is lifting all boats, from housing to construction. As India's real estate market becomes occupier-driven, agility and innovation will be key, and we're proud to be at the forefront of this shift. As Amit Dixit from Blackstone mentioned, “Data centers, office space, and real estate as a whole are integral to India’s continued economic growth.” At ProperT, we witness this firsthand through the unprecedented rise in Gurugram’s real estate market, where demand is outpacing supply and driving transformative growth. With companies in every sector—from construction to housing finance—seeing massive returns, the message is clear: The Indian real estate boom 📈is here to stay, and the best is yet to come. #RealEstate #Gurugram #OfficeSpaces #Construction #Housing #IndiaGrowth #SSVG #ProperT #RealEstateBoom #FlexSpace

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🚲 Whitepaper for providers: Simplifying bicycle parking management 📄 For providers of bike parking facilities, addressing the demand for secure and convenient solutions is becoming increasingly important in today’s mobility landscape. ParkMyBike addresses these needs with a comprehensive, smart solution designed to simplify bicycle parking management. 🔐 This whitepaper delves into the integration of ParkMyBike's solutions for providers of bicycle safes. It outlines the specific advantages for facility managers, spanning from administration and supervision to the practical implementation of ParkMyBike. 📲🔒 Ready to innovate your bike parking solutions? Download the whitepaper now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8HXv442

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🚴‍♀️🛣️ Hot off the press! The Netherlands has secured €18 million in EU funding for new cycling highways! This significant investment will enhance #SustainableTransport, reduce congestion, and promote healthier lifestyles across the country. #Cycling highways are a game-changer for #UrbanMobility, offering safe, efficient, and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional commuting methods. With this funding, the #Netherlands is set to lead the way in creating a more connected and sustainable transport network, benefitting both residents and the environment. Key benefits of this initiative include: 🚗 Reduced congestion: Alleviating traffic on busy roads 🌲 Sustainable transport: Encouraging more people to cycle, reducing carbon emissions 🚴 Healthier lifestyles: Promoting physical activity, #ActiveTravel and well-being 💰 Economic boost: Supporting local economies and job creation Excited to see the positive impact this funding will have on urban mobility and sustainability! 🌍🚲 Learn more about this initiative 👉 https://ow.ly/U85o50SgZuM #UrbanMobility #SmartCities #MoreCycling #GreenCities

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