From Dreams Knowledge Platform
The Budapest Living Lab aims to provide an effective alternative to the reliance on private car usage and low-frequency public transport in the Rákosmente district of Budapest. By encouraging more sustainable transport modes, the living lab seeks to reduce the reliance on single-occupancy vehicles, thereby fostering a greener and more accessible urban environment. A further objective is to test an island-like bike-sharing operation, independent of the large inner-city service area.
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Participating Organisations
Focus
The living lab's core focus is strengthening connections within the Rákosmente district. Enhancing these connections facilitates better movement across neighborhoods and promotes a sense of community among residents. With improved accessibility, residents are more likely to engage with local services, boosting the local economy and encouraging a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. The primary target group is the local population, but commuters and visitors are also relevant user groups due to the presence of railway stations, educational, healthcare, retail and leisure destinations.
Interventions
- Introduction of a public bike-sharing system
- New micro-mobility stations
- Integration of shared transport with existing services