Introduction

Implementation of sustainable development  through the low emission transport and adaptation of eco-driving

Objectives and target audience

The Objectives are the below:-
•    Saving energy, reduction of energy use;
•    To make a significant reduction in climate change emissions (Reduction of CO2 emissions)- Improvement of citizens quality of life through low emission transport;
•    Raise awareness on climate change – Citizens activation and sensitization (Development of active citizens).

The target group that the municipality of Amaroussion has aimed this project towards are children and students.

Financial Resources and Partners involved

The Municipality of Amaroussion finances the entire project.

Process

• Time-table mapping of the inter-transportation;

• Continuous public awareness;

• Dissemination of the project’s existence to the municipality public through leaflets, spots, etc.

• Problem reports and registration (through municipality’s call centre – citizen’s phone line),

• Corrective actions.

Results

Citizens prefer the public transportation or the inter-transportation systems between the neighboring municipalities.  It appears that the local air is improving. There is a reduction, as far with regards to the concentrations of CO, NOx, SO2 and benzene.

Critical Success Factors / Challenges

The key issues for success are:-

• The coordination between the municipality’s services;

• The right public awareness and sensitization. It appears that as public awareness increases, public participation increases.