New study reveals bike-sharing delivers €305 million in annual benefits for Europe
A new study commissioned by EIT Urban Mobility and Cycling Industries Europe (CIE), and conducted by EY, has for the first time quantified the economic and social return on investment of bike-sharing schemes in Europe. The analysis finds that bike-sharing generates €305 million in annual benefits, confirming its role as a key element in sustainable urban […]
Study on return on investment in bike-sharing schemes
A multidimensional impact Bike-sharing schemes save 46,000 tons of CO₂e yearly, but their real value lies in broader societal gains. By replacing car trips, they slash air pollution, preventing 968 chronic diseases and saving €40 million in healthcare costs. They also ease traffic, reclaiming 760,000 hours lost to congestion—worth €30 million in productivity gains. And […]
Mobility Talks 31: Return on investment in bike-sharing schemes
In this Mobility Talks, we will explore the findings of a new study by EY, commissioned by EIT Urban Mobility and Cycling Industries Europe, on the return on investment in bike-sharing schemes. The session will offer insights into the quantification of the tangible and intangible benefits of bike-sharing—spanning health, environmental, and economic impacts—across European cities. The discussion […]
IoT Sparks 2025
On 7 October, The Terminal Hub will host IoT Sparks 2025, a dynamic one-day event focused on real-world IoT solutions across sectors like mobility, smart cities, logistics, energy, and sustainability. Organised by LORIOT, IoT Sparks brings together industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore how connected technologies are shaping our future. We’re excited to share that EIT […]
EIT Urban Mobility and AIT propel mobility startups and innovations
EU-Propel: A collaborative partnership to accelerate mobility startups and innovations tackling niche urban challenges across France. The EU-Propel project was launched as a strategic collaborative partnership and project between EIT Urban Mobility and the French Innovation Agency for Transport (AIT – Agence de l’Innovation pour les Transports), with the aim of supporting AIT in scaling […]
Summer School: Last-Mile Delivery: A Top-Level Challenge
The rise of e-commerce has transformed how goods move through our cities, and last-mile delivery is at the heart of it. This course explores how growing parcel volumes and outdated delivery models are straining urban spaces and contributing to pollution, congestion, and inefficiencies. Designed for professionals, public sector representatives, and researchers, the event presents the […]
Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress 2025
Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress 2025 (4–6 November, Barcelona) is the leading global event for smart urban mobility, co-organised by Fira Barcelona and EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. In an era of ever-growing cities and technological innovation, Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress stands as the […]
Strategic Research Priorities and Gaps 2025 Report
EIT Urban Mobility Academic Research Board June 2025 This first ‘Strategic Research Priorities and Gaps’ 2025 report, from the EIT Urban Mobility Academic Research Board, outlines the urgent and transformative challenges in urban mobility and identifies present and upcoming research priorities in urban mobility in Europe and beyond. Framed around five key focus areas—economic productivity, […]
Small engines, big impact: Light electric vehicles powering green mobility
Have you ever considered how light electric vehicles (LEVs) – like e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-cargo bikes – could help power active mobility, healthy cities and local businesses? This question was at the heart of the Nordic conference on light electric vehicles, held on 8 May 2025 in Copenhagen by EIT Urban Mobility and Dansk Erhverv […]
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology launches new hub to strengthen Spain’s innovation ecosystem
Madrid, 27 March 2025– The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, has launched a new hub in Spain as part of its EIT Community aiming to fostering innovation and enhance regional cooperation. By connecting key stakeholders—including businesses, researchers, and educators—to Europe’s largest innovation ecosystem, the newly established EIT […]
NetZeroCities Community of Practice webinar: Social Innovation & Urban Mobility: Insights from Turku & Zaragoza
How can social innovation drive sustainable urban mobility? Explore this question through two case studies that showcase innovative approaches to behavioural change and co-creation: This webinar is done in collaboration with CIVITAS and the ELABORATOR project. Speakers
Cleantech Venture Day Amsterdam 2025
Join EIT Urban Mobility’s Innovation Hub West at Cleantech Venture Day Amsterdam 2025! We are excited to announce that the EIT Urban Mobility’s Innovation Hub West team will be attending Cleantech Venture Day in Amsterdam. If you’re interested in connecting with us, please reach out at [email protected]. About Cleantech Venture Day Since its inception in […]
Resilient and sustainable urban plan in Bratislava
Bratislava feels the effects of climate change more acutely every year. Rising pollution levels in the city reflect the fact that the number of cars has doubled over the past 20 years. The city’s zoning plan needs to mitigate the effects of climate change. One objective of the zoning plan is to create more liveable […]
Promoting micromobility in Riga
The city of Riga has set a goal to reduce CO2 pollution by 22% by the year 2027, in part by establishing a Low Emission Zone and encouraging greater use of micromobility solutions. Many Riga residents continue to rely on private cars for their daily commute. Consequently, there is considerable congestion, noise and air pollution. […]
Micromobility 5+ conditions in Tallinn
Micromobility devices, such as e-scooters, are an essential means of decreasing private car ownership in Tallinn. E-scooters are already frequently used as a last-mile option for commuters. The current modal split for micromobility is at around 4-5%. The City of Tallinn aims to increase this to 10%. Snow and icy weather conditions in the winter […]
Children’s road safety in Prague
The City District of Prague 6 manages a total of 33 kindergartens, which are attended by children aged between three and six. As part of pre-school preparation, all facilities try to provide children with the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in parks or at themed events, such as a visit to a nearby zoo. Due […]
Predictable public transport in Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca is Romania’s fastest growing city. The working population is increasingly moving to the surrounding areas, creating major new commuting zones. However, these areas do not have the same variety, quality or frequency of mobility solutions as more established neighbourhoods. This lack of reliable and predictable public transport encourages a reliance on private vehicles for […]
Reverse logistics in Toulouse
The Toulouse Metropolitan Region is one of six main logistics areas in France. Logistics is essential to the region, generating jobs and economic activity by serving residents and businesses. However, it also has a major impact on the area in terms of congestion, noise, and greenhouse gas emissions. A solution called COOP MIL is being […]
Smart data collection in Cunit
Cunit is a coastal city 50 km southwest of Barcelona and is home to around 8,000 inhabitants. This number peaks at 50,000 during the holiday season. Cunit has over 1,200 km of roads. The municipality is using an outdated geographic information system (GIS) developed by a third party. The GIS needs to be modernised to […]
Private vehicle sharing in Brussels
Tour&Taxis is a mixed real estate development close to Brussels North train station. Within the area there are residential, commercial and ministerial districts; offices, leisure facilities, and a 12-hectare park, which makes it the biggest development in Brussels since 1890. On average, private vehicles (cars, e-scooters, e-bikes, bicycles, etc.) are parked for 90% of the […]
Monitoring air quality in Sant Joan Despí
The municipality of Sant Joan Despí needs up-to-date, objective data to measure air quality and determine the most effective course of action. HOPU’s environmental monitoring IoT sensor devices, known as Smart Spot, collect advanced real-time data on air quality and noise pollution. The solution dashboard provides city and municipal authorities with data and insight thanks […]
Optimising transport intermodality in Akureyri
With a population of almost 20,000, the city of Akureyri is the largest urban area outside the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik. In Akureyri, public transport is provided through a free bus network; however, most residents opt to travel by private car. The current bus system consists of six lines that make a long circular route […]
Improving sustainable journeys in The Hague
Scheveningen beach is a popular recreational area, especially during events and when the weather is fine. On these peak days, large visitor numbers can pose a challenge due to crowded public transportation and long traffic jams. There are several different transport connections to Scheveningen beach. To reduce CO2 emissions, The Hague’s authorities wish to remove […]
Mastering mobility: autonomous vehicles and EU-alignment
Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are not just a technological evolution but rather have the capacity to transform urban mobility. AVs’ potential to reduce traffic congestion, emissions and traffic fatalities while enhancing accessibility, represents an opportunity for Europe. Discussions at the Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress session entitled Autonomous Technologies for Improved Mobility held in Barcelona in November, centred […]
