Category: Sustainable mobility
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The Masaccio Tri-Brid Train: Revolutionizing European Transport
Hitachi reports a 50% reduction in emissions since the introduction of the Masaccio train in Italy. While railways in Europe are gradually being electrified, only about 60% of lines have been updated thus far. In Italy, for instance, electrification covers approximately 70% of the network, whereas Germany and France lag at around 50%. The United…
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Top 5 Smart Cities Leading the Way in Sustainability
As cities grow, smart city initiatives are becoming increasingly important for sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. Smart city initiatives are being adopted by cities around the world, in order to make urban areas more sustainable and energy-efficient. These initiatives, which often incorporate smart technology and the Internet of Things (IoT), not only improve the quality…
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Driving Change: F1’s Bold Plan to Become Carbon Neutral by 2030
Formula 1 produces approximately 256,000 tonnes of CO2 each year, but in 2019 they made a significant commitment to sustainability, with the goal of becoming a carbon-neutral sport by 2030. In recent years, the Formula 1 organization has recognized the importance of reducing its carbon footprint, setting ambitious targets to promote sustainability both within the…
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The Fisker Ocean, Green SUV of the Year 2023
This all-electric SUV is designed to be the most sustainable SUV on Earth. Fisker Inc. has won the prestigious ‘Green SUV of the Year 2023‘ award from the Green Car Journal for its all-electric Fisker Ocean. The Fisker Ocean is an exemplary model with a class-leading range delivered by its zero-emission drivetrain, and it has…
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Azimut’s Seadeck Series Sets a New Standard for Sustainable Yachting
Azimut’s Seadeck Series will debut at Boot Düsseldorf in 2024 and is a milestone in responsible luxury. Luxury and sustainability are two concepts that were once seen as incompatible but are now going hand-in-hand, and Azimut’s Seadeck Series is proof of that. The bespoke superyacht builder has released a range of boats that are fitted…
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From Abandoned Airport to Sustainable Coastal Haven: The Story of Ellinikon Park
Welcome to the story of how an abandoned airport in Athens, Greece, is being transformed into a stunning new coastal park. The Ellinikon International Airport was the main airport in Greece for 63 years and up to 20 million passengers arrived or departed through its doors annually. However, after the construction of the new Eleftherios…
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An underwater bike garage that is next-level cycling infrastructure
Amsterdam’s latest project, a massive underwater bicycle parking garage at Centraal Station, has everything to do with promoting sustainable transportation. With the capacity to hold 7,000 bicycles, the new Amsterdam underwater bicycle parking garage is part of the city’s plan to reduce its carbon footprint and prioritize the needs of its citizens over cars. In…