The European Mobility Week 2024, which will take place from 16 to 22 September, is an important opportunity to promote sustainable mobility and encourage citizens and companies to think about the environmental impact of their daily travel. This initiative, launched for the first time in 2002 by the European Commission, aims to raise public awareness of the benefits of a more ecological and responsible approach to travel, encouraging the use of alternative means of transport such as car sharing, public transport, cycling and walking.
The Theme of the European Mobility Week 2024
Every year, the European Mobility Week focuses on a specific theme that reflects current challenges in the field of urban mobility. For 2024, the chosen theme is “Sharing public spaces”, taken from the official claim “Move sustainably… and healthily”. Efficiency and sharing for sustainable mobility are obviously at the heart of the week. This theme highlights the importance of improving transport efficiency and promoting vehicle sharing to reduce environmental impact and improve the quality of life in cities.
Growing urbanization and private traffic have led to an increase in CO2 emissions, worsening air quality and the health of citizens. The main objective of this edition is to show how shared mobility, combined with innovative technologies and sustainable urban planning, can significantly reduce these problems.
European Mobility Week 2024: the guidelines
The Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security adheres to the European Mobility Week by coordinating and supporting the initiatives and events organized by Municipalities and associations, with the aim of confirming Italy among the countries with the highest number of adhesions at European level. The theme chosen for this year's campaign is "Sharing public spaces" and is based on four main thematic guidelines for intervention:
- Experience public space differently
- Let's redevelop the urban space together
- School Streets: Creating a Safe Space for Active Travel
- Planning and designing safer roads
Urban surfaces designated for vehicular traffic are effectively spaces taken away from collective use. Moreover, given that over 70% of Europeans live in urban areas, it is even more obvious that public space is scarce in many cities. An environment in which people, means of transport and activities have their own space promotes social equity, increases road safety, reduces air pollution and improves quality of life.
How to participate in the European Mobility Week 2024
There are many ways to actively participate in this initiative, both individually and as a company. Cities that join the initiative organize local events that may include:
- Car-free days: Roads are closed to private traffic to encourage the use of alternative means of transport.
- Awareness campaigns: initiatives to inform citizens about the benefits of sustainable mobility and the impact of CO2 emissions.
- Commuting Plans: Companies are encouraged to promote shared transportation solutions among employees.
- Workshops and conferences: educational events to discuss the future of urban mobility and new technologies.
E-VAI and its contribution to sustainable mobility
In this context, E-VAI plays a key role in promoting more sustainable mobility in Italy, in line with the objectives of the European Mobility Week 2024. E-VAI offers low-emission transport solutions, ideal for both for citizens is for companies. Thanks to its fleet of low environmental impact vehicles, E-VAI actively contributes to the reduction of air pollution and the decongestion of urban traffic, offering an ecological and accessible alternative to private transport.
Furthermore, E-VAI is an integral part of shared mobility, promoting the use of shared vehicles to reduce the number of cars on the road. This model not only promotes efficiency in transport, but also encourages a change in mentality towards more collaborative and environmentally friendly mobility.
Thanks to its widespread network and the possibility of easily booking a vehicle through app, E-VAI is a key partner for companies and individuals who wish to reduce their environmental impact, actively contributing to the objectives of the European Mobility Week 2024. With E-VAI, every journey becomes an opportunity to make a difference, driving towards a more sustainable future.
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