GOLIA is advancing the sustainable, digital and green transition with practical tools, methods and evidence-based recommendations to make transport systems more efficient, inclusive and environmentally friendly.
While digitalisation holds great promise, it has not yet brought about a full transformation towards sustainability. Across Europe, many smart city initiatives are already using technology to reduce environmental impacts. However, governance systems often struggle to keep pace with rapid technological change, leaving a gap between innovation and implementation. GOLIA seeks to close this gap by developing truly transformative approaches that harness digital tools to advance sustainability in mobility.
Innovations in ICT, IoT and AI are transforming how cities manage resources and deliver mobility services such as shared transport and Mobility as a Service (MaaS). These technologies can significantly improve efficiency and sustainability, but they also raise concerns about access and fairness, as new mobility models may risk deepening existing inequalities.
GOLIA is working to align local, regional and national mobility plans with the European Green Deal and the Sustainable Development Goals. Meeting these goals and creating truly sustainable and equitable transport systems demands a coordinated and interdisciplinary approach. Strong collaboration is needed both vertically across governance levels and horizontally across sectors like climate, energy, health, logistics and education.
Participatory approaches ensure that transport systems respond to different user groups, including vulnerable populations, while fostering transparency, accountability and trust. Building an inclusive and resilient transport system requires a strong understanding of users’ diverse and changing needs. Involving citizens and stakeholders in long-term visioning and policymaking is essential to co-design mobility solutions and monitor their impact.
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