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How Hitch-Hiking Could Help to Solve Germany’s Cargo Problem

Does hitching a ride only work for travellers? Or could ride-sharing for freight solve the sustainability problem of last-mile logistics?

New Denser-Than-Water Fluid Could Make Pumped Hydro Cheaper and More Efficient

Can you have hydro storage without water? A British start-up is looking to open up the potential of pumped hydro renewable energy storage.

A Seamless and Comfortable Public Transport System? Real-Time Data Could Make It Happen

Will my bus be on time? How full will it be? Is there still room for my bike? Real-time data and forecasts can not only help to align public transport with actual demand, but also make it more reliable and attractive for passengers.

Can AI Make Trucking More Sustainable?

Technologies such as artificial intelligence might have the potential to drastically reduce the environmental impact of the emission-heavy trucking sector.

Could Ducktrains Be the Answer to Our Last-Mile Logistics Problem?

Urban deliveries make urban life more convenient, but pollution, traffic and carbon emissions are the prices we pay. Could Aachen-based start-up Ducktrain have an answer?

Is E-Mobility Picking Up Speed?

E-mobility has been around for years now — but the pace of its rollout has seemed, at times, to drag. But, in 2023, is e-mobility finally starting to speed up?

Riding the Green Wave: Exploring the Role of Bicycles and Digital Tools in the Green Mobility Transition

Can bikes and technology join forces to create a greener tomorrow? How are cities harnessing the power of digital tools to make cycling the preferred mode of transportation?

Revolutionizing Urban Delivery: The Rise of Cargo Bikes in Last-Mile Logistics

Are we ready to move towards a greener and more efficient urban delivery system? With the help of digital infrastructure such as cargo bikes, last-mile logistics might just be picking up speed.

Smart Streets: Is Better Traffic Planning Driving Us Towards a Greener Future?

AI and digitisation are helping to make our roads better organised, faster to navigate, and lighter on the environment. But, what are the roadblocks in automating our traffic?