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How ropeways can harness solar power

Cableway & Technology, Cities, Digitalisation & Innovation, SI-Alpin, Specials|

In Bolivia’s administrative center, La Paz, the “Mi Teleférico” сable car network is taking another step toward sustainability: while the cabins are already equipped with solar panels, the operator is now working on a model for generating its own renewable energy. The challenges and opportunities involved affect not only “Mi Teleférico” but many other cable car operators as well. Which aspects are particularly important, and what solutions are being implemented?

Cable Car as a Booster

Cities, Special-Urban|

How do urban cable cars empower economies and communities? Urban cable cars are more than just a means of transport; they trigger positive social and economic effects. Clemens Schneider has researched exactly which effects these are for the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen–Nürnberg (Germany).

Digital Nudging: How do you get people to be sustainably mobile?

Cities, Special-Urban|

Digital nudging motivates people to use more sustainable mobility options, such as switching from the car to cycling or public transport, or walking. The focus is on “soft interventions” that can be implemented digitally and work without restrictions or bans. A free handbook from Salzburg Research provides concrete recommendations for action and ideas for transport operators, authorities, and institutions.

UITP Summit in Dubai cancelled

Cities|

As a media partner, SI was informed: After assessing the situation in the Gulf region and its impact on international travel, UITP has decided to cancel the 2026 Summit. The event was scheduled to take place in Dubai from April 21 to 23, 2026.

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