- Accompany authorities in the delivery of an ambitious political vision for mobility.
- Reduce the number of private vehicles in central Nice - a city of historical, touristic and commercial importance.
Nice
Lignes d'Azur
A sustainable network for the green city of the Mediterranean
Challenge
Objectives
- Partner with NCA in the creation of an attractive and sustainable transportation network founded on rigorous analysis.
- Develop an innovative and environmentallyfriendly image for passenger transportation.
8% modal shift from car users thanks to an improved mobility offer.
Veolia Transdev's solution
Carbon Audit - a tool for informed political decision-making
In partnership with NCA and the French energy agency ADEME, Veolia Environnement participated in complete audit of carbon emissions in the city; a first for a French city of over 500,000 inhabitants. The results have provided a foundation for major environmental, energy and transport policy decisions.
Network efficiency
To prepare for the arrival of a new light rail, an in-depth network analysis provided key data to help local authorities identify opportunities to improve environmental efficiencies and optimize the network redesign process.
Remove congestion from the city center
- Four Park & Ride sites with an integrated ticket for both parking and public transportation are managed in conjunction with the "Lignes d'Azur" system.
- Introduction of an entirely new fleet of electric car-sharing vehicles to encourage new mobility patterns.
Result: An integrated transportation network adapted to passenger flows and more efficient travel for the citizens of Nice.
An efficient park and ride network: 528,750 less vehicles in the city center and an equivalent of 630 tonnes of Co2 avoided per year.*
*Internal reference calculation based on a 100 place Park and Ride (2,5 km from the city center): 50,000 vehicles per year connected to a high frequency public transportation.
Green infrastructure
Conform to the latest environmental standards, Veolia Transdev collaborated in the design and construction of a green depot for the city's light rail. Technical and maintenance activities on site are also ISO 9001 certified.
Result: 70% water savings by using recycled water to clean vehicles and reduced energy consumption.
Eco-driving
Training programs are developed and followed by our drivers to provide a greener, safer and smoother ride to passengers.
Innovative fuels
In collaboration with Veolia Environmental Services, Veolia Transdev buses in Nice use a bio-diesel mix based on cooking oils collected as waste. This inventive solution maximizes resources and reduces emissions.
Result: A 25% reduction in CO2, 75% less particle emissions and a 10% reduction in NOx.
Educate and inform
Communications campaigns underlining the ecological benefits of using public transportation are conducted across the region - allowing citizens to make an informed and responsible modal choice.
ISO 14001 certification for the entire network and ISO 9001 for the bus & tram depot.