Contents & methods

During the Summer School, participants engaged with academic researchers, industry professionals, and government experts to explore sustainable mobility solutions for car-dependent regions. The program was designed to foster collaboration through teamwork inspired by real-world business cases provided by industry partners and public organizations.

The event featured two tailored tracks: one for undergraduate students and another for professionals, each with dedicated team projects carried out during the program. This approach ensured that the learning needs of each group were met effectively.

Through various learning activities, including lectures, panel discussions, and teamwork, participants experienced personalized learning while benefiting from peer-to-peer exchanges. At the conclusion of the program, they presented their findings and innovative ideas to a jury, receiving valuable feedback, guidance, and resources for further career development.

The main topics covered included:

• An introduction to urban mobility and car dependence,
• The relationship between urban form and road design,
• Cycling and active travel,
• Technological innovation and the role of start-ups in urban mobility,
• The transition to an electric mobility system,
• Shared mobility and Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solutions,
• Urban delivery and logistics,
• Career development in sustainable urban mobility, transport planning, and data science.

All participants received lecture and classroom materials, and upon successfully completing the program, they were awarded a certificate of participation signed