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Use Case
Industry, Innovation And Infrastructure
Sustainable Cities And Communities
Electric bicycle use can potentially play an important role in sustainable urban mobility systems by providing a low-carbon mobility mode that is suitable for diverse user groups and applicable to both short and long journeys. As an ‘active’ mode of mobility, it supports personal well-being and the utilization of public transportation as a ‘last mile’ solution. The city of Espoo wanted to encourage more citizens and visitors to use cycling as a method of inner-city transport.
When considering technical issues the requirement for a stable internet connection for the battery charging cabinets is important, instead of relying on intermittent Wi-Fi networks. Another point for consideration is how to increase the usage of the cabinets while emphasizing the importance of fire safety for those visiting the centre with bicycles. Generally, an e-biker may not realize that by disconnecting the battery, parking, and storing it separately in a cabinet, they significantly reduce the risk of their bike being stolen. Therefore, it's important to highlight the availability of e-bike charging facilities more prominently.
A warm storage room for bike parking with constructed. The room gives the possibility to charge e-bikes and repair bicycles free of charge. The facility has the capacity to charge 5 e-bikes at a time. In addition, the Lippulaiva area has an extensive amount of bike parking around it, allowing for about 1,400 bicycles to be parked at a time with more than 530 bicycle racks under cover. There is also a bicycle repair station with an integrated pump which provides cyclists with a stable workstation to tune their bike and make repairs.
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Log inPlanning time: 1 to 2 years
Implementation time: 6 months to 1 year
Citycon
All Citizens
Promoting sustainable private transport models