Παρουσίαση/Προβολή
Sustainable Transportation
(MSCES111) - Dr Georgios Spyropoulos
Περιγραφή Μαθήματος
This course provides an understanding of fundamental concepts and definitions of sustainable transportation. There is a significant link between the sustainable transportation and climate change. The transitioning to a sustainable transportation can arguably mitigate greenhouse gasses and carbon dioxide emissions that emerge from all sectors such as extractive industries, manufacturing, construction and transportation. In the context of cities, urban planning, electromobility, circular waste management, trees and green areas, reducing emissions of gaseous pollutants, etc, offer great opportunities for both circularity and adaptation
Ημερομηνία δημιουργίας
Παρασκευή 8 Σεπτεμβρίου 2023
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Course Syllabus
The core modules of the course include:
- Fundamentals of Sustainable Transportation
- Climate Nexus: Urban and Global Perspectives
- International Policy and Environmental Impact
- Diverse Modes of Sustainable Transport
- Technology Integration in Transportation
- Global Best Practices and Case Studies in Transportation Sector
- Maritime and Aviation Sustainability
- Infrastructure for Green Mobility
- Future Trends and Innovations
- Policy, Behaviour and Sustainable Actions
In more detail, subjects to be discussed will concern:
- Introduction to Sustainable Transportation: Definition and Importance. Exploring the fundamental concepts and significance of sustainable transportation.
- Urban Climate and Climate Change. Analyzing the connection between urban climate and climate change within the transportation sector.
- Overview of Current Transportation Systems and Their Environmental Impact. Examining the existing transportation systems and their environmental consequences.
- Alternative Modes of Transportation. Investigating various sustainable modes, including cycling, walking, public transportation, and electric vehicles.
- Technology Integration in Sustainable Transportation. Understanding the role of technology, such as smart city solutions and connected vehicles.
- Global Best Practices and Case Studies in the Transportation Sector. Reviewing successful case studies and best practices from cities and regions worldwide.
- Maritime and Aviation Sustainability. Assessing the sustainability initiatives in maritime and aviation industries.
- Infrastructure for Green Mobility. Discussing the development of infrastructure to support environmentally friendly transportation.
- Future Trends and Innovations.Exploring upcoming trends and innovations in the field.
- Policy, Behavior, and Sustainable Actions. Examining the policies, behavioral aspects, and actions necessary for sustainable transportation.
- Links of Transportation Sector and Energy Sector. Analyzing the connections between the transportation and energy sectors.
- The Environmental Footprint of Transportation. Understanding the overall environmental impact of transportation.
- The Future of Sustainable Transportation and Trends to Watch. Identifying future trends, including shared mobility and autonomous vehicles.
- Discussion of Policy and Regulatory Measures. Exploring necessary policy and regulatory measures, such as congestion pricing and low-emission zones.
- Encouraging Sustainable Transportation Behaviors.Promoting behaviors like active travel and reducing car dependence.
- Transportation and Urban Mobility: The Contribution of Electromobility to Climate Change and Circular Economy. Investigating the relationship between transportation, urban mobility, and the impact of electromobility on climate change and circular economy.
- Conclusion and Call to Action. Summarizing key insights and urging individuals, organizations, and governments to adopt sustainable transportation practices.