The project “GreenYourMove: Development and promotion of a co-modal journey planning platform to minimize GHG emission in Europe” is set to revolutionize the way residents and tourists plan their journeys, both in Greece and other European countries. It is funded under the LIFE program and is one of only two projects approved for implementation in 2015 under the Environment and Resource Efficiency axis.

This initiative involves a collaboration of six partners from Greece (University of Thessaly, AVMAP GIS S.A., TRAINOSE S.A., and EMISIA S.A.), the Czech Republic (CHAPS spol. s.r.o.), and the Netherlands (Stichting Plannerstack), with a total budget of €1,220,052 and a duration of 35 months (15/09/2015 – 14/09/2018).

As part of its implementation, a publicly accessible online platform will be developed, mapping the entire public transportation network (trains, suburban trains, metro, urban and intercity buses, trams, trolleys), including schedules, stops, and any other related information. This platform is of particular research interest as it introduces innovative route optimization methods.

The algorithms to be developed aim to minimize greenhouse gas emissions from public transportation usage. They will enable users to combine different modes of transport and always follow the fastest and most environmentally friendly travel option. All platform functionalities will also be available through smart device applications.

For more information, visit www.greenyourmove.org.