The SOLUTIONSplus project has significantly advanced sustainable urban mobility, particularly through its innovative approach to e-mobility. Key achievements include:
• Integrated E-Mobility Solutions: SOLUTIONSplus developed comprehensive e-mobility solutions combining various transport modes with advanced technologies like multimodal journey planners and innovative charging systems, setting new benchmarks for sustainable mobility.
• Urban Living Labs: The project pioneered Urban Living Labs, real-world testing environments that provided critical insights into deploying e-mobility technologies at scale.
• Capacity Building and Knowledge Dissemination: Extensive training programs and a scalable toolbox have equipped stakeholders globally to adopt and scale e-mobility solutions, making the knowledge generated both accessible and actionable.
• Policy Integration and Influence: SOLUTIONSplus has integrated e-mobility into broader urban mobility policies, influencing supportive frameworks that facilitate scaling these solutions.
• Business Model Innovation: Through collaboration with SMEs, the project developed sustainable business models for shared mobility, EV manufacturing, and charging infrastructure.
Technology and Innovation in a Global Context
SOLUTIONSplus leads global efforts in transforming urban mobility through innovation and collaboration. It goes beyond deploying electric vehicles, embracing an intermodal approach that integrates e-mobility into broader systems, making solutions scalable, replicable, and sustainable. The project develops and tests e-mobility solutions across different Technology Readiness Levels (TRL 6-9) in various environments, ensuring they are adaptable to local needs and supported by political, legal, and economic frameworks. Through collaboration with stakeholders, SOLUTIONSplus ensures these innovations are tailored to local contexts and integrated into Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) and national programs, contributing to long-term sustainability.
Socio-Economic Impact
The project has driven job creation in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and infrastructure, unlocking new economic opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). E-mobility solutions are also expected to yield significant cost savings for both public transport systems and private users, thereby enhancing overall economic efficiency. Additionally, by reducing emissions, SOLUTIONSplus is contributing to cleaner air, which will lower public health costs and improve the quality of life for urban residents.
Wider Societal Implications
SOLUTIONSplus has established new benchmarks for environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and integrating renewable energy into urban mobility. The project’s emphasis on shared and accessible transport has advanced social equity, providing better access to mobility for marginalized communities. By positioning partner cities as global leaders in e-mobility, SOLUTIONSplus is shaping international strategies for sustainable transport. The project’s comprehensive approach also ensures long-term benefits, fostering the development of resilient and livable cities.
