Reducing emissions by 75 percent through the use of virtual mobility
The iNEVER project not only acts as a test environment for traffic avoidance, but also places particular emphasis on the use of virtual mobility, especially through video conferencing.
The aim was to use the new possibilities of digital collaboration in iNEVER, with a particular focus on hybridization, i.e. the combination of online and face-to-face events.
Thanks to the use of virtual mobility, over 1,000 kg of CO2 could be saved, which corresponds to a 75% reduction in emissions compared to purely offline meetings.
Hybrid orientation of the project
With the exception of the third workshop, all relevant meetings and events were held online. By holding project meetings and discussions online, long journeys from Vienna, Leoben and Kapfenberg were avoided.
This efficient use of virtual communication technologies not only contributed to a significant reduction in CO2 emissions, but also saved time and resources that would otherwise have been needed for travel.
The calculation of CO2 savings through virtual meetings compared to physical project meetings and iNEVER workshops was calculated using the Climeet calculator.
Efficiency of virtual mobility and hybrid approaches
Overall, this successful implementation of iNEVER demonstrates the effectiveness and efficiency of virtual mobility as a traffic avoidance tool. It emphasizes that not every format or purpose can be implemented with the same quality online or offline. A balanced mix and needs-based use of digital tools are crucial.
Hybrid approaches that enable a combination of online and physical events can make a significant contribution to reducing the environmental impact of projects.