Numa (ing.)

NUMA, a collaboration among the University of West Attica, Sultanbeyli Municipality, Ardem Project and EcoMuse Consulting, focuses on Athens and Istanbul. Leveraging the knowledge triangle of education, research and business with active city involvement, NUMA aims to drive long-term innovation through tailored education. Key activities include developing courses for municipal employees and university students, organizing stakeholder events and emphasizing women's participation in urban mobility. Using innovative teaching methods, hands-on applications, and a blend of theoretical and practical formats, courses will span six modules with self-study components fostering urban sustainability, innovation and gender perspectives. NUMA aims to have at least 75 EIT RIS participants in non-degree education and training, and a minimum of 90 participants in all Academy activities. The project plans to organize 10 stakeholder events and achieve 10,000 annual online impressions.

The NextGen Urban Mobility Academy (NUMA) aims to enhance urban mobility innovation through education and training in cities of Athens and Istanbul. NUMA leverages the knowledge triangle of education, research, and business with active city involvement. The project will:

1. Develop Tailor-made Course: Create and deliver specialized modules for a minimum of 90 participants (municipality employees and university students) in all Academy activities. This course will cover greening/electrification of urban mobility, supply chains, business models, innovation & clean technologies and gender component using a blend of theoretical and practical formats across six modules with self-study components for both municipality personnel and university students, tailored to their specific needs and focus areas.

2. Organize Stakeholder Events: Host 10 online events to disseminate project impacts and engage stakeholders in urban mobility initiatives. The stakeholders will potentially include;

2.1. Local Government and Municipal Authorities (City planners and urban development officials and transportation departments);

2.2. Residents and Commuters (Daily users of public and private transportation and community groups and neighbourhood associations);

2.3. Public Transport Operators (Bus, tram, and train operators and transit agencies and authorities);

2.4. Private Transport Providers / Taxi and ride-sharing companies - e.g., Uber, BiTaksi - and car rental and car-sharing services;

2.5. Cyclists and Pedestrians (Bicycle advocacy groups and pedestrian safety organizations);

2.6. Businesses and Employers (Companies with large numbers of commuting employees and local businesses reliant on transport for customers and deliveries);

2.7. Infrastructure Developers and Contractors (Construction firms and civil engineering companies);

2.8. Environmental and Advocacy Groups (Organizations focused on sustainable transportation and environmental NGOs);

2.9. Academic and Research Institutions (Universities and research centres studying urban mobility and think tanks and policy institutes);

2.10. Technology Providers (Companies developing transport-related technologies - e.g., traffic management systems, mobility apps - and innovators in electric and autonomous vehicles);

2.11. Funding Bodies and Investors (Public and private funding sources for transportation projects and banks and investment firms);

2.12. Regulatory and Policy Makers (National and regional transportation authorities and legislators and policymakers);

2.13. Logistics and Freight Companies (Companies involved in urban logistics and delivery services and supply chain managers).

3. Promote Women's Participation: Emphasize women's involvement to boost their representation in urban mobility sector.

4. 4. Achieve Online Reach: Aim for 10,000 annual online impressions through a dedicated training platform and social media outreach.

Expected Outcomes and Results

· Specific: Have at least 75 EIT RIS participants in non-degree education and training, and a minimum of 90 participants in all Academy activities. The project plans to organize 10 stakeholder events and achieve 10,000 annual online impressions.

· Measurable: Track participant numbers, event attendance, and online engagement metrics.

· Achievable: Utilize experienced partners and proven educational methods.

· Realistic: Address sectoral and geographical needs with targeted content and innovative teaching methods.

· Time Bound: Complete all activities by December 2025, with courses and events scheduled throughout the project duration.

Project Τitle: NextGen Urban Mobility Academy

Project Duration: 12 Months (1/1/2025 – 31/12/2025)

Project URL: NUMA site: https://numa.uniwa.gr/

Project Framework & Funding: RIS Education Open Call, €150.000,00

Scientific coordinator (UNIWA): Prof. Dr. İoannis Sarris

Consortium – Partners:

· Ardem Project Consultancy Services

· Ecomuse Consulting

· T.C. Sultanbeyli Municipality