The transition from the current moliceiros (typical Portuguese boats) to the electric version covers the 27 boats currently operating in the Ria de Aveiro and will allow for an estimated annual reduction of 400 tons of carbon dioxide. The first 100% electric moliceiro in Aveiro started its regular activity in the end of October and […]
Read MoreEuropean Mobility Week takes place from September 16 to 22, but activities related to the theme have been extended until almost the end of October. In short, mobility is a theme for every day. Here’s a look at everything that’s been organized on the theme. September is a month of new beginnings and also a […]
Read MoreThe “Going Car Free” campaign in the UK encourages drivers to swap their car for a more sustainable option, talk about the challenge with friends and family and even write about people-friendly streets to their local councils. UK drivers who stop using their cars in June could save around 150 euros for their efforts and […]
Read MoreGoogle has announced new features to help users find more sustainable routes on Google Maps. Google has announced new features to help people access more information on how to travel sustainably. All this doesn’t happen by chance: in Google searches, for example, interest in electric cars has increased by +140% in Europe in the last […]
Read MoreThe Pépedal project has a network of local partners who reward children with products or services in exchange for the points they earn from walking or cycling to school. The Ciclaveiro association’s PéPedal program is an initiative that promotes and encourages Aveiro’s children to walk or cycle to school in their PéPedal Trains once a […]
Read MoreNo, these are not cities that run out of time. These are cities we won’t want to leave – more accessible, functional and sustainable. What if you could have your workplace and essential services just 15 minutes from your home? The urban planning concept – “15 Minute City” – advocates just that. That our daily […]
Read MoreThe rental is supported by a private sharing application and a digital platform that manages the fleet and users. After Spain, France and Italy, Portuguese companies can now also enjoy a fleet of electric motorcycles and bicycles, made available by Cooltra‘s private-sharing service. The initiative is called Primos and is the first to be prepared […]
Read MoreWe know that, just like us, there are hundreds of other projects wanting to do more for the planet. We went to find out more about what drives them and what we can expect from their project. Once a week, one startup, one interview, five questions. We met Luiza Leme, co-founder of Tazzi, a Portuguese […]
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