Feasability Study - How Do We Contribute to a Successful Implementation of Zero Emission Zone (Old Town, Stockholm)?

Purpose and goal:

The purpose of the project has been to examine how to ensure efficient accessibility for freight transports and a functional transport supply in Gamla stan, with the implementation of a zero emission zone. The aim has been to understand what needs exist and may arise for businesses and residents if a zero emission zone is introduced in Gamla stan. Another aim has been to identify and define a number of potential and feasible solutions that contribute to the successful implementation of zero emission zone, specifically for Gamla stan (based on its unique conditions) but also for other areas.

Expected results and effects:

The project has resulted in a needs assessment and problem formulation for various user groups regarding the implementation of an zero emission zone regulation in Gamla stan. The project has also resulted in a toolbox of solutions aimed at creating incentives for transporters to switch to fossil-free transportation and/or choose alternative methods of delivery and reduce the number of transportation in Gamla stan.

Among the solutions, "super loading zone" with mobile hub have been assessed as most promising and will be further explored and possibly tested in a pilot project. Approach and implementation:

The project has been carried out based on the Design Thinking methodology and includes a business analysis and compilation of previous projects in Gamla stan, interviews and workshops with reference actors and meetings with the project group. Reference actors have been participants from different user groups who have had to describe their needs, challenges with a possible zero emission zone from their perspective and generate and evaluate ideas for more efficient freight transport. Finally, the results have been summarized in a report and presented at a conference.