Centering “Smartness:” the Challenges and Opportunities of Doing Ethics for “Smart” Environments
It has been established that “smartness” is a form of branding to market cities as modern, innovative, and efficient. Submerged under these overarching values are several others that depend on who is wielding the terminology, ranging from sustainability to entrepreneurship. Smartness rarely centers low-tech common-sense solutions or meeting the demands of those most vulnerable in society. This talk unearths what we mean by smartness and considers the inherent challenges of making smart city technology “ethical.” Finally, it addresses initial steps to make “doing ethics” easier.
Tech-Forward Construction Shaping the Future of Building
How are advancements in construction techniques reshaping the built environment? The path to resilient and eco-friendly urban development lies in smart construction. This session will explore the pivotal role of new construction methods and mindsets in achieving sustainable, efficient, and resilient cities. It will delve into innovative approaches to new technologies in building techniques, and […]
Exploring the Potential and Future Applications of Micromobility Services
Discussion on the current and future role of micromobility in urban mobility systems.
Navigating the Diverse Landscape of Shared Micromobility
Insights into the different operational contexts and challenges of shared micromobility.
Utilising Data to Serve Public Interests
Roundtable on the benefits of data and data sharing for better mobility.
Trends Shaping Shared Mobility Data Use
Insights on use cases for shared mobility data.
Reimagining Urban Mobility: Insights from Children’s Perspectives
Children’s unique perspectives can inspire safer, more inclusive, and sustainable cities. By seeing urban spaces through their eyes, we discover fresh ideas for mobility that benefit all, especially the vulnerable. Attendees will also hear real-world examples of how children’s creativity has influenced urban mobility innovation and learn how to apply inclusive design principles to create more accessible, joyful, and future-ready cities.
Innovations and Investments to Reduce Urban Mobility Safety Risks
A roundtable on innovations for safer mobility.
The Various Aspects of Safety in Mobility
Presentation of solutions to improve mobility safety across modes.
The Role of Public Transport Companies
The role of public transport companies has evolved along with the requirements and expectarions of the society. Nowadays, a Public transport company is not really delivering if it does not look beyond the transport activity and technologies. This broader views including other elements as sustainability, equity, safety & security or innovation as part of the core strategies of the company. The case of Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya will be shared as an example of how this can be explored focusing and the safety and security issues.