The Relationship of Capacity Building to SUMPS 2.0: Reflections on Learning Programmes

Abstract

AbstractThis chapter reflects on the ways in which Horizon 2020 capacity building programmes support the diffusion of the sustainable urban mobility planning (SUMP) concept among European cities. It explores the different knowledge requirements of local administrations and how they are addressed through capacity building activities. The chapter builds on the authors’ experience of organising, contributing to and evaluating learning events in SUMP-related European research and innovation actions (RIAs), including CIVITAS SUITS and CIVITAS SUMPs-Up. These projects support the spread of the SUMP concept, by providing the necessary capacity building material to help city and regional administrations design, develop and implement more integrated and inclusive transport plans. The chapter introduces the following learning experiences from the capacity building: Provision of expert information about the SUMP process. Broadening the view: Inspiration and transfer of experiences from other cities (peer-to-peer learning) Consolidating the new mobility planning paradigm, internalising the SUMP approach and overcoming outdated planning paradigms Motivation, community building and future cooperation Development of business cases.