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A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Health".

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Prof. Dr. Cayetano Medina-Molina

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Centro Universitario San Isidoro, Universidad Isabel I, 09003 Burgos, Spain
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Prof. Dr. Arturo Calvo-Mora

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Department of Business Administration and Marketing, Universidad de Sevilla, 41092 Sevilla, Spain
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Dear Colleagues,

Advances in urban development processes are accompanied by progress in mobility which, although usually acting as an engine, are also protagonists of some of the main threats that our cities face, such as accidents, traffic congestion and increased emissions of polluting substances.

The relevance of such challenges provokes the need to develop sustainable planning processes, which are committed to services with a lower impact on the territory and the environment, air quality and life, in general, in cities, through the use of, among others, sustainable mobility solutions [1,2].

Most of today's cities cover geographic areas of greater dimensions than in the past, taking into account the generalization of an urban model structured around a central territorial nucleus accompanied by a belt of municipalities that surrounds it, which forces to optimize the design and use of global space as metropolitan mobility and the use of private vehicles increase [3].

Given this reality, it is important to explore the elements and factors that condition the adoption of different sustainable mobility solutions (shared mobility, smart mobility and Mobility as a Service), as well as the generalization of their teachings to different contexts. Given that the classic models for explaining the adoption of radical innovations fail to justify that relating to emerging mobility services, other models such as the Multilevel Perspective may be particularly suitable to explain the adoption of this type of solutions linked to sustainability.

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Ho, C. Q., Mulley, C., & Hensher, D. A. Public preferences for mobility as a service: Insights from stated preference surveys. Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice 2020, 131, 70-90.
European Comission (2019). The Future of Cities. Opportunities, challenges and the way forward. EU Science Hub.Prof. Dr. Cayetano Medina-Molina

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shared mobility
smart mobility
mobility as a service
sustainable urban planning
housing depravation and health
multi level perspective

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Exploring the Intention to Adopt Sustainable Mobility Modes of Transport among Young University Students

by Carlos J. Rodríguez-Rad, María-Ángeles Revilla-Camacho and María-Elena Sánchez-del-Río-Vázquez

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(4), 3196; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20043196 - 11 Feb 2023

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This research arises from the need to accelerate the diffusion of sustainable mobility and the call for research on this topic. The Sustainable Development Goal 11 of the 2030 Agenda, the scientific articles on sustainable mobility systems and the advance of micro-mobility, shared mobility, Mobility on Demand (MOD) or Mobility as a Service (MaaS) in recent years manifest the importance of sustainable urban development. Given this reality, this paper explores the elements and factors that condition the adoption of a sustainable mobility mode of transport. An empirical study was carried out in the city of Seville through an electronic questionnaire delivered to university students. Our exploratory approach is an innovative point of view that can help us to better understand the reasons for the successful adoption of sustainable mobility modes of transport. The most relevant results of this study indicate that the user’s perceived impacts on sustainability and customer forces influence the adoption of a mode of transport by citizens, whereas the product forces seem not to influence thTABLEis. Therefore, cities and companies that have put their emphasis exclusively on improving mobility products and services, without taking citizens into account, are less likely to succeed. Additionally, governments should consider that economic issues or environmental concerns of citizens act as drivers of innovation in urban mobility. Full article

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Effects of Housing Deprivation on Health: Empirical Evidence from Spain

by Demetrio Carmona-Derqui, Jonathan Torres-Tellez and Alberto Montero-Soler

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(3), 2405; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20032405 - 29 Jan 2023

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Severe housing deprivation rates in Spain have tripled in just four years, affecting 3.4% of the population in 2020, with a higher incidence among the low-income population (9.2%). Despite the social aspect of the problem, minimal research has been carried out in Spain on the effects that the various forms of housing deprivation have on health. This study analyzes the impact of housing deprivation on health outcomes, with the objective of achieving results that facilitate the creation of improved public policies. Microdata are used from the Living Conditions Survey carried out by the National Institute of Statistics for the period 2009–2019, and several multilevel logistic regression models are presented to control for possible regional differences. The results show that the elements with the greatest effect on objective health are noise, leaks and harmful temperatures in housing. In addition, environmental factors, such as pollution, neighborhood crime and the number of units in a given apartment building, can be added to the list. As a result, we conclude that there are certain structural and environmental elements in housing and the environment in which is located that have a more intense impact on objective health and on the subjective perception of a person’s state of health. Full article

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Smart Mobility and Smart Climate: An Illustrative Case in Seville, Spain

by María Eugenia López-Pérez, María Eugenia Reyes-García and María Eugenia López-Sanz

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(2), 1404; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20021404 - 12 Jan 2023

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In recent years, smart city projects and initiatives have surged around the globe. Yet, a wide range of factors determine the success or failure of such initiatives and there is still a long road ahead in terms of effective governance and innovation management. In such a context, this study explores the specific case of PCT Cartuja (science and technology park in Seville, Spain)—analyzing several smart-mobility and smart-climate solutions from a Triple Helix Model standpoint. The authors tap into multiple information sources to describe the case and key implications of smart initiatives for both theory and management are discussed. This paper shows the current progress as well as the remaining challenges to illustrate how public-private partnerships and conflict can be effectively managed. Full article

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Intercity Mobility Assessment Facing the Demographic Challenge: A Survey-Based Research

by Juan Miguel Vega Naranjo, Montaña Jiménez-Espada, Francisco Manuel Martínez García, Rafael González-Escobar and Juan Pedro Cortés-Pérez

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(2), 1163; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20021163 - 9 Jan 2023

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The key factor in moving towards a more sustainable travel model is based on improving mobility, especially in rural areas that share territorial dynamics with urban areas and are connected by a daily flow of inhabitants. The purpose of this article is to carry out a diagnosis of the daily mobility patterns of the inhabitants of a number of rural municipalities, with the aim of promoting sustainability and mitigating the phenomenon of territorial depopulation in future local planning policies. The research methodology is based on the use of revealed preference surveys together with accessibility analysis using GIS tools, allowing for an in-depth knowledge of the mobility patterns of the municipalities in the area under analysis. In this respect, the reference parameters in terms of territorial accessibility are determined by applying the network analysis procedure to basic public services. The results reflect the existence of an unbalanced modal split with a preponderance of private vehicle use (regardless of the destination or the reason for the journey). In addition, a very weak inter-municipal connection dynamic is observed. There is a knowledge gap in the verification of the long-term suitability of sustainable measures in rural areas implemented after the development of mobility plans (in order to assess their effectiveness). Full article

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Reflections on Sustainable Urban Mobility, Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and Adoption Models

by Manuel Rey-Moreno, Rafael Periáñez-Cristóbal and Arturo Calvo-Mora

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(1), 274; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20010274 - 24 Dec 2022

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The environmental, social, economic, cultural and demographic changes experienced in a large part of our society are translating into a greater concern for the search of sustainable responses to the concept of mobility. In this context, the main objectives of our study are: (1) to identify the topics that are addressed most frequently in the scientific literature on sustainable mobility, and (2) to analyze the most suitable models of acceptance or rejection of sustainable mobility. The methodologies used in this paper are a literature review and content analysis. This methodology is useful for the objective, systematic and replicable description of scientific literature. The results highlight the multidimensional nature of sustainable mobility and, in turn, its connection with social issues of greater importance, such as the Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, a conceptual framework is provided on models of acceptance and the use of information systems linked to sustainable mobility. Full article

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The Impact of the Available Infrastructure on the Electric Vehicle Market in Poland and in EU Countries

by Karol Tucki, Olga Orynycz and Agnieszka Dudziak

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(24), 16783; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192416783 - 14 Dec 2022

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The dynamic development of the automotive market entails the need to understand its characteristics. The purpose of this publication is to indicate the changes in the automotive sector resulting from the approaching electromobility. In order to achieve this goal, the market of electric and conventional vehicles in Poland are discussed. This paper discusses issues related to employment in the automotive industry, analyses the location of factories of the largest vehicle manufacturers and analyzes the structure of sales. The development of electromobility in Poland against the background of other EU countries was analyzed in detail. The analysis was based on data from September 2022. The analysis has been conducted by means of computations of the correlation of individual variables (numbers of different types of vehicles: traditional vehicles, BEV and PHEV). The presented results show that the number of BEVs and PHEVs is increasing, and the infra-structure is developing. The number of PHEV cars is usually higher than BEV ones. The results of the analysis of the vehicle market in Poland show occurrence of the variety of vehicle types and variety of the types of vehicle power supplies with alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). It can be concluded that standardization would be helpful for further development. The number of charging stations is small compared to the number of vehicles, and the advantage of AC stations is evident. This means investing in infrastructure is necessary to enable further development. Full article

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Travel Behaviour of Vulnerable Social Groups: Pre, during, and Post COVID-19 Pandemic

by Nima Dadashzadeh, Taimaz Larimian, Ulysse Levifve and Rok Marsetič

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(16), 10065; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191610065 - 15 Aug 2022

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Since the emergence of COVID-19, travel restrictions due to the pandemic have influenced several activities, in particular the mobility patterns of individuals. Our main goal is to draw the attention of scholars and policy makers to a specific segment of the population, namely (1) older people, (2) persons with disabilities (PwDs), (3) females, and (4) low-income population that are more vulnerable for travel behaviour change due to crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This article systematically reviews the studies that have explored the implications of COVID-19 for the mobility and activities of individuals pre-, during, and post-pandemic using the PRISMA method. It is found that there are a few studies regarding the travel and mobility needs and challenges of older people and PwDs, and there is no direct study concerning female and low-income individuals while such crisis exist. Questions such as “What are the adverse impacts of restrictions on their travel behaviour?”, “How can they travel safely to work, shopping, and medical centres?”, “Which transportation modes can be more effective for them?”, and “What are the government and policy makers’ role in providing accessible and affordable mobility services in the presence of such crisis?” are without relevant answers in the literature. Full article

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Carpooling Systems for Commuting among Teachers: An Expert Panel Analysis of Their Barriers and Incentives

by María del Carmen Rey-Merchán, Antonio López-Arquillos and Manuela Pires Rosa

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(14), 8533; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19148533 - 12 Jul 2022

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Sustainable mobility is a current challenge in our society. Research shows that carpooling systems are potential solutions that could mitigate environmental pollution and urban congestion and provide cost savings for their users. Despite their potential benefits, the levels of carpooling practices among some occupations could be improved. Teachers are suitable for carpooling experiences due to their specific working conditions (e.g., timetables, destinations changes, path matches); however, there is no research solely focused on teachers. Thus, the current research aimed to analyze the barriers and incentives for teachers using carpooling systems for commuting. A panel member was selected following the staticized group technique. Panelists were surveyed to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of carpooling. Results showed that fuel savings were considered by the expert panel as the most important incentive for carpooling. For short distances, carpooling was not considered the best commuting option. Additionally, the increase in travel time and loss of personal independence were identified as relevant barriers. Based on the opinions of experts, it can be concluded that carpooling barriers outweigh the incentives for the commuting of teachers. To promote carpooling practices, institutional mobility plans with advantages for carpoolers could improve the teachers’ perceptions about carpooling. Future carpooling strategies should consider these results to promote incentives and address the identified barriers. Full article

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The Transition of Cities towards Innovations in Mobility: Searching for a Global Perspective

by Cayetano Medina-Molina, María de la Sierra Rey-Tienda and Eva María Suárez-Redondo

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(12), 7197; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19127197 - 11 Jun 2022

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The growing concentration of the population in urban areas presents great challenges for sustainability. Within this process, mobility emerges as one of the main generators of externalities that hinder the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The transition of cities towards innovations in sustainable mobility requires progress in different dimensions, whose interaction requires research. Likewise, it is necessary to establish whether the experiences developed between cities with different contexts can be extrapolated. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to identify how the conditions that determine a city’s readiness to implement urban mobility innovations could be combined. For this, qualitative comparative analysis was applied to a model developed using the multi-level perspective, analyzing 60 cities from different geographical areas and with a different gross domestic product per capita. The R package Set Methods was used. The explanation of the readiness of cities to implement mobility innovations is different to the explanation of the readiness negation. While readiness is explained by two solutions, in which only regime elements appear, the negation of readiness is explained by five possible solutions, showing the interaction between the landscape and regimen elements and enacting the negation of innovations as a necessary condition. The cluster analysis shows us that the results can be extrapolated between cities with different contexts. Full article

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Effectiveness of Mobility and Urban Sustainability Measures in Improving Citizen Health: A Scoping Review

by Carmen Fernández-Aguilar, Marta Brosed-Lázaro and Demetrio Carmona-Derqui

Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2023, 20(3), 2649; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20032649 - 1 Feb 2023

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Background: The relationship between mobility and health has multiple dimensions, and the mobility model can be considered a public health intervention. Increasingly, mobility in cities is oriented towards incorporating sustainability criteria; however, there are many very diverse measures that cities carry out in terms of mobility and urban sustainability, and in many cases, these do not receive subsequent evaluation and/or study to analyse their effectiveness or impact. Currently, the literature does not offer any updated review of the measures applied in the different communities and countries. Aim: To carry out a panoramic review of the measures implemented in the last 5 years to analyse which ones report a greater effectiveness and efficiency in health. Results: After applying the exclusion criteria of the study, a total of 16 articles were obtained for evaluation. The measures applied in terms of sustainability are grouped into four subgroups and their subsequent evaluation and possible impact on public health is analysed. Conclusions: The present study found a large heterogeneous variety of sustainability measures in local settings around the world, which seem to reflect positive impacts on population health. However, subsequent evaluation of these measures is inconclusive in most cases. Further research and sharing across macro-communities are needed to establish universal criteria. Full article

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