Electromobility
Electromobility is an essential component in the shift towards more sustainable urban mobility. Electric vehicles (EVs), powered by clean energy sources, offer a viable solution to combatting both air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in densely populated urban areas. Road transport alone is responsible for a significant portion of Europe’s emissions, and by transitioning to electric transport, cities can mitigate their environmental impact while improving air quality.
POLIS actively supports its members—European cities and regions—in the promotion and deployment of electric vehicles (EVs). Through its Working Group on Clean Vehicles and Air Quality, POLIS facilitates the exchange of best practices related to electromobility, such as the introduction of electric buses for public transport or the electrification of freight fleets. Cities also collaborate on policies that ensure the necessary infrastructure for EV adoption, such as building charging networks and promoting user-friendly charging systems.
European platforms and partnerships for electromobility
POLIS is a leading member of the Platform for Electro-mobility, a European-wide forum dedicated to promoting electromobility among key decision-makers in the EU institutions and member states. This platform helps shape policies that foster the growth of electric mobility across Europe. Additionally, POLIS engages with expert groups such as the European Commission’s Sustainable Transport Forum and the Zero Pollution Stakeholder Platform, ensuring that electromobility remains central to EU strategies for sustainable transport.
Projects
POLIS also plays a crucial role in numerous EU-funded projects aimed at advancing electromobility across various sectors, including urban freight, public transport, and individual mobility. These projects are focused on developing innovative solutions that make electric mobility more accessible and user-friendly:
- eCharge4Drivers: A project aimed at enhancing the charging experience for EV users.
- SCALE: A research initiative focused on smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.
- SOLUTIONSPlus: A project supporting knowledge exchange on electrification practices in Europe and beyond.
- NextETRUCK: Investigates zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, pushing electromobility into larger and more challenging sectors.
These initiatives highlight the importance of integrating smart technology with electromobility to optimize the energy use and efficiency of electric fleets, making electromobility not only cleaner but also more efficient and scalable


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