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CIVITAS PLUS Skopje sustainable transport measures MIRJANA APOSTOLOVA, City of Skopje

CIVITAS PLUS Skopje sustainable transport measures MIRJANA APOSTOLOVA, City of Skopje Skopje, 17 September 2012. CIVITAS Key elements. Cities for cities Public private partnerships Political commitment Living “laboratories” Peer-to-Peer learning. CIVITAS Objectives.

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CIVITAS PLUS Skopje sustainable transport measures MIRJANA APOSTOLOVA, City of Skopje

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  1. CIVITAS PLUS Skopje sustainable transport measures MIRJANA APOSTOLOVA, City of Skopje Skopje, 17 September 2012

  2. CIVITASKey elements • Cities for cities • Public private partnerships • Political commitment • Living “laboratories” • Peer-to-Peer learning Skopje, 17.09.2012

  3. CIVITASObjectives • Sustainable, clean and (energy) efficient urban transport measures • Integrated packages of technology and policy measures • Critical mass and markets for innovation Skopje, 17.09.2012

  4. CIVITASWho benefits? • Participating CIVITAS cities • Citizens • Road users • Public transport users • Fleet owners and municipal fleets • Special needs community • Transport planners • Non CIVITAS cities Skopje, 17.09.2012

  5. Projects in CIVITAS Plus (2008 – 2012) CIVITAS spreads through EuropeCIVITAS I, II & Plus

  6. CIVITAS Plus RENAISSANCE

  7. CIVITAS Plus • CIVITAS Plus is the 3rd and current phase of CIVITAS • Runs from 2008 - 2012 • Groups 25 cities in 5 demonstration projects • EC contribution: Euro 80 Mio Skopje, 17.09.2012

  8. CIVITAS Themes addressed • Alternative fuels, energy efficient vehicles • Collective transport and integration modes • Demand management strategies • Mobility management • Safety and security • Less car dependent lifestyles • New concepts for goods distribution • Innovative telematics systems

  9. CIVITAS Expected impact • Increased energy efficiency in urban transport • Improved road safety in urban areas • Increased share of biofuels and other alternative fuels • Reduction of CO2, pollutant emissions and noise • Improved efficiency and effectiveness of urban transport and modal balance Skopje, 17.09.2012

  10. CIVITAS Plus ProjectsRENAISSANCE • Innovative approach in the field of sustainable development • 42 measuresto make possible the “rediscovery, preservation and enhancement of historic cities in Europe” keeping the sustainable development of the local economy, city visitors, residents and local businesses firmly in mind • 5 historic cities: Perugia (Italy), Bath (UK), Gorna-Oryahovitsa (Bulgaria), Szczecinek (Poland), Skopje (Macedonia) Skopje, 17.09.2012

  11. SKOPJE MEASURES • Conversion of public transport diesel buses to CNG alternative fuel • Plan for development of sustainable urban transport system • Integrated traffic management in the central area of Skopje • Introduction of real time passenger information at bus stops Skopje, 17.09.2012

  12. CIVITAS MEASURES UP SCALING • EBRD Loan – Adaptive traffic control • PPP contracts for AVL and real time information system • New busses • New strategy for urban transport • Tram line • Underground line Skopje, 17.09.2012

  13. Recommendations • a) Involve politicians and build their “ownership” of the project The initial “ignorance” of the project was changed after active involvement the politicians and councillors in project activities. PAC representatives give important support in measure prioritization. • b) Open minded environment. During the project an open-minded environment was created, that inspires creative thinking, innovation, and thought-provoking dialogue amongst the project participants. It have changed the way of thinking about environmental issues, and help understanding that making local changes does make a collective difference and belongings of sustainable and innovative society. Skopje, 17.09.2012

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