Data Insights for Active Travel
Innovation for active travel insights
The Data Insights for Active Travel project launched in March 2024. Its main objective is to increase the knowledge on active travel patterns in the city. It will fill a gap in current methodologies by developing an Active Travel Data Toolkit, replacing the ad-hoc approach of data collection with a systematic and integrated process. The new data will inform future infrastructure planning and investment and improve safe and active transit options for residents and visitors.
“This project stands as a testament to DCC's commitment to active travel as a cornerstone of health and well-being. By integrating advanced monitoring technologies, and data visualization techniques, DCC aims to set a new standard for active travel infrastructure. The ultimate goal is to achieve a measurable positive impact on citizen behaviour, emissions reduction, and overall public health, while also influencing active travel policies to foster healthier urban spaces,” said Andy Walsh, Director of Active Travel Programme Office, Dublin City Council.
Project phases
The project is divided into two phases:
Phase 1 of this project will target two active travel schemes:
The Kilmainham to Thomas Street Scheme and the surrounding areas.
The initial steps will be to source, validate, and test the latest innovations in active travel monitoring.
During Phase 2, the insights gained will inform the development of a toolkit to enhance policy-making and active travel project implementation citywide.
The launch of the project coincided with Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, where DCC representatives presented their work to public health leaders from more than 50 cities. This annual event provides cities from around the world with the opportunity to advance solutions and exchange ideas on how to create healthier, safer and more equitable urban centres.
Partners
Dublin City Council’s Smart City team and Active Travel Programme Office.
The Partnership for Healthy Cities is a prestigious global network of over 74 cities committed to saving lives by preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and injuries. Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies in partnership with WHO and the global health organization Vital Strategies, the initiative enables cities around the world to deliver a high-impact policy or programmatic intervention to reduce NCDs and injuries in their communities. https://cities4health.org
National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to provide high quality, accessible, sustainable transport across Ireland. https://www.nationaltransport.ie/
ADAPT is the world-leading SFI Research Centre for AI Driven Digital Content Technology hosted by Trinity College Dublin. ADAPT’s partner institutions include Dublin City University, University College Dublin, Technological University Dublin, Maynooth University, Munster Technological University, Technological University of the Shannon, and University of Galway. www.adaptcentre.ie
