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Our Research

At ITRL we believe in an integrated approach – we even have it in our name! To achieve our mission of building and conveying knowledge that contributes to the transition towards sustainable road transport, we integrate disciplines, system levels and stakeholders in our research.

This is achieved through three integration strategies:

Grand Challenges Towards Integrated and Sustainable Road Transport

As ITRL moves into its next phase (2025–2028), our research and initiatives will focus on addressing four interdependent grand challenges that define the future of sustainable mobility.

Enabling the transition towards integrated and sustainable road transport

The inherent complexity and interdependence of transport systems with societal, economic, and environmental systems pose significant obstacles to creating a cohesive, adaptable, and sustainable transport ecosystem. Decisions in transport can have far-reaching impacts, triggering rebound effects, influencing energy demand, affecting urban planning, and shaping public health outcomes.

Decarbonizing and reducing environmental impacts

Paths towards the implementation of clean fuels, improved vehicle technologies, and sustainable transport practices.

Enhancing accessibility, mobility, and safety

Viability of public transit, active transportation modes, and smart mobility solution to address accessibility, equity, road safety concerns.

Strengthening efficiency and resilience

Addressing inefficiencies in logistics and improving resilience and resource management. This encompasses vehicle traffic management systems, and optimization of freight logistics.