Sustainable Mobility in Tampere: SUMP Implementation for Carbon Neutrality
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The Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) in Tampere, aims to transform the city's transport system to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. It prioritizes reducing car dependency by enhancing public transport, cycling, and walking, with a goal of 69% of trips covered by these modes. SUMP strengthens connections between urban centers and neighborhoods through targeted initiatives, including tramline and cycling network expansion, enhanced connectivity, and multimodal travel options. The tramway, as the public transport backbone, links the center to peripheral areas, supported by feeder traffic and park-and-ride facilities to streamline travel chains and accessibility. The Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) for Tampere was developed by the City of Tampere and was approved on May 3, 2021. Created through broad stakeholder engagement, the plan includes input from residents, local government, and community organizations, aligning with Tampere's goals for sustainable urban growth and environmental responsibility as detailed in the Carbon Neutral Tampere 2030 roadmap. SUMP also addresses equity in mobility, environmental impacts, and urban quality of life, with continuous monitoring to adapt to evolving needs. Over €50M has been allocated since 2021 to tramline and cycling projects, with coordinated efforts across city planning, transport, and public works. Tramline expansion and cycling infrastructure, with public engagement, boosted mobility to 55M trips by 2023.
Resources needed
Expanding tramline costs €5 million/km, cycling infrastructure €1 million/km & public engagement €2 million. Since 2021, over €50 million has been allocated. Implementation involves coordination across city departments & organizations with resources covering infrastructure, engagement & management.
Evidence of success
Public transport usage increased from 49 million trips in 2019 to 55 million in 2023, demonstrating the effectiveness of SUMP measures. Despite the 2020-2022 pandemic, the tramline and cycling initiatives contributed to a rebound in sustainable transport use, with a 12% increase in public transport ridership by 2023. The modal split has improved, with more residents choosing sustainable transport options, supporting progress towards the 2030 carbon-neutrality goal.
Potential for learning or transfer
Tampere's SUMP offers valuable lessons in integrating public transport with urban planning to reduce carbon emissions. The emphasis on stakeholder engagement ensured broad support and addressed diverse mobility needs, making the plan adaptable to other cities. The use of a tramway as a backbone for sustainable transport and the promotion of cycling and walking can serve as a model for similar-sized cities aiming for carbon neutrality. Tampere's approach to monitoring and flexibility in updating the plan ensures it remains relevant, providing a framework that other municipalities can adopt for continuous improvement. The focus on equity in mobility ensures that all residents benefit from sustainable transport developments, making this a key aspect for transferability.
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