Sustainable mobility, climate change and geopolitics
Master Thesis
Συγγραφέας
Paradoulakis, Alexandros
Παραδουλάκης, Αλέξανδρος
Ημερομηνία
2024Επιβλέπων
Paravantis, IoannisΠαραβάντης, Ιωάννης
Προβολή/ Άνοιγμα
Λέξεις κλειδιά
Sustainability ; Climate change ; Transport sector ; Urban mobility ; Case studies ; GeopoliticsΠερίληψη
The aim of the study is to investigate methods and tools for achieving sustainability in the
mobility sector, addressing associated challenges and examining the geopolitical influences on
this transformation. The research methodology involves a comprehensive review of international
literature. The study focuses on the multifaceted challenges and strategies associated with
achieving sustainable mobility in the broader context of the mobility sector, encompassing land,
air, and sea transport, as well as urban mobility. Recognizing the environmental impact of the
mobility industry, the paper explores avenues for making transportation more eco-friendly while
enhancing efficiency, service quality, and accessibility. The pursuit of sustainability involves
diverse approaches, including the adoption of alternative fuels, changes in travel patterns, and the
integration of innovative technologies to reduce environmental footprints. However, the path to
sustainable mobility is laden with challenges such as financial constraints, consumer attitudes,
and the intricate environmental implications of renewable energy technologies. Social challenges
related to accessibility and inclusivity, the complexity of the transport sector, and debates
surrounding the concept of sustainability further complicate the issue. The study delves into the
geopolitical dimensions of sustainable mobility, examining the roles of renewable energy,
potential conflicts over critical materials, and the emergence of new players in the energy sector.
Urban mobility, a crucial component of the broader mobility sector, receives special attention.
The study explores sustainable and intelligent mobility systems in the context of urban
development, emphasizing efficient, green, and accessible networks, digitalization, and
intelligent transport management systems. Many cities globally are already adopting strategies to
transform urban transport systems sustainably.