Over the past years BIRDA have been supporting the improvement of public transportation in the Bucharest -Ilfov region. With significant allocations from EU funds to develop infrastructure and acquire trams and electric busses (plus trolleys), this investment has contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This event will bring together beneficiaries, local authorities and experts to emphasise, once again, the challenges in and the benefits of public transportation.
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- Energy | Sustainable | Mobility and Transport
- Code: Side241789
- 163 Mihai Eminescu St., Bucharest, Romania
Speaker
Practical information
- When
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Wed 27/11/2024, 10:00 - 14:30 CET
- Where
- 163 Mihai Eminescu St., Bucharest, Romania
- Type of partnership
- EURegionsWeek close to you
- Format
- Side
- Theme
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Smart and sustainable growth for regions
- Language
- English
Reporting
Session summary
On November 27, 2024, the Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Development Agency (ADRBI) hosted an event focused on public transport in the Bucharest-Ilfov region. Titled "Green Transport – An Essential Component for the Sustainable Development of the Bucharest-Ilfov Region," the event took place at the Continental Forum Hotel in Bucharest.
Objective:
The event aimed to raise public awareness about the sustainable investments being implemented under the Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Program 2021–2027, emphasizing responsible approaches to public transport.
Key Highlights:
• The Management Authority of the Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Program presented the Applicant's Guide for project calls under Priority 4 – A Region with High Mobility.
• Notable presentations were delivered by: Mr. Eduard Dumitrașcu, President of the Romanian Association for Smart City (ARSC) and Mrs. Aura Răducu, Coordinator of the Mobility Department at ARSC.
The discussions underscored the importance of green transport as a cornerstone for regional sustainable development, aligning with broader European sustainability goals. The event successfully brought together experts and stakeholders to explore solutions and share insights on enhancing public transport in the region.
46 participants from public authorities, civil society, regional association for transportation and metropolitan development.
Quotes
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„PR BI 2021-2027 is dedicated to increase the investments in green transportation”
„At national level, 2261means of public transport were acquired in the first 8th months of 2024”
„No one can underestimate the importance of PMUD, Bucharest-Ilfov Urban Mobility Program, for a sustainable development of the region”
