This publication results from the collaboration between the Valencia City Council, Universitat Politècnica de València, and the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission. Focused on urban sustainability, this joint effort aims to enhance the understanding and management of urban emissions and mobility through comprehensive data analysis and innovative methodologies.
Six key studies are summarized, each addressing different aspects of urban sustainability in Valencia:
— Vehicle Emissions Trends: This study analyses vehicle emissions using electromagnetic loops and an origin-destination matrix, assessing the impact of pandemic-related measures and providing policy rec-ommendations for reducing transportation-related pollution.
— Mobility Emissions Methodology: Utilizing open-source geo-statistics, this research develops a methodol-ogy to measure emissions at the neighbourhood level, offering insights into which areas could benefit from shifts to active transportation or improved public transit.
— Metropolitan Emissions Analysis: By analysing emissions in Valencia's metropolitan area, this study high-lights significant discrepancies between municipalities, emphasizing the need for targeted emission re-duction measures in highly polluted areas.
— Sustainable Mobility and Emission Reduction: This project explores strategies for promoting sustainable urban mobility, such as enhancing public transportation and encouraging active transportation modes, with the aim of reducing CO2, NOx, and PM emissions.
— Air Quality and Environmental Justice: Focusing on NO2 concentrations measured by passive dosimetry, this study identifies vulnerable areas with poor air quality and provides recommendations for addressing urban environmental inequities.
— 15-Minute City Accessibility: Analysing service accessibility within a 15-minute framework, this research highlights the need for equitable urban planning to improve access to services for both residents and tourists.
The findings underscore the critical role of data-driven approaches and spatial analysis in addressing urban sustainability challenges. The methodologies developed provide valuable tools for policymakers to allocate resources effectively and implement evidence-based strategies for emission reduction and sustainable devel-opment. This collaborative work highlights the importance of integrating scientific research with urban plan-ning to create healthier, more liveable cities.
BOSCH CHECA Clara;
COLL ALIAGA Eloina;
CORRECHER RIGAU Mar;
DE LA TORRE FORNÉS Pilar;
GUARDIOLA IBAÑEZ Nuria;
JIMÉNEZ GARCIA Carlos;
LERMA ARCE Victoria;
SAEZ Edgar Lorenzo;
SANCHA LLAMOSÍ Raul;
STAMOS Iraklis;
PERPIÑA CASTILLO Carolina;
PORRES DE LA HAZA Maria Joaquina;
STAMOS Iraklis;
BODEN Mark;
MANFREDI Raffaella;
2024-11-20
Publications Office of the European Union
JRC138853
978-92-68-20683-6 (online),
1831-9424 (online),
EUR 40035,
OP KJ-01-24-032-EN-N (online),
https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/handle/JRC138853,
10.2760/6538923 (online),
