GEMINI Academy
Greening European Mobility Through Cascading Innovation Initiatives
The GEMINI Academy is a flagship knowledge-sharing and capacity-building initiative under the EU-funded GEMINI project, designed to turn cutting-edge research and innovations in shared mobility into practical, accessible online learning. Serving as both a learning hub and legacy platform, the Academy empowers cities, operators, and mobility practitioners across Europe to design, implement, and scale inclusive, sustainable shared mobility solutions. Through a blend of live webinars, expert interviews, and the self-paced “Shared Mobility in Action” e-course, it transforms project outcomes into engaging, reusable content, ensuring the continuity of knowledge and collaboration beyond the life of the project.
No prerequisites required to partake in the GEMINI Academy. A basic familiarity with urban mobility planning and project management is helpful but not mandatory.
About GEMINI
The Greening European Mobility through cascading innovation INItiatives (GEMINI) project is an Innovation Action project funded by the Horizon Europe Framework Programme running over the timeframe 2023-2026. It designs, implements and evaluates new and shared mobility services (NMS), e.g. carsharing, bike-sharing, ride-hailing in 8 mission cities. These cities are the 4 GEMINI lead Mobility Living Labs (MLLs): Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Munich and Turin, and the 4 GEMINI twinning MLLs: Helsinki, Ljubljana, Paris and Porto. The aim of the project is to accelerate progress towards climate neutrality by strengthening a modal shift through demonstration and application of NMS, active transport modes, micromobility and their integration with public transport in Mobility as a Service (MaaS) services. See more about the project here.
What you will develop
Shared Mobility Foundations and Sustainability
Build a strong understanding of shared mobility concepts, benefits, and challenges. Participants learn how services such as car-sharing, bike-sharing, MaaS, and mobility hubs can improve accessibility, reduce emissions, and support more efficient urban and peri-urban transport systems.
Business Models, Operations and Digital Governance
Develop practical skills to design and manage shared mobility services through business models, operational planning, data governance, digital layers, and platform integration. Participants learn how mobility services are structured, delivered, and supported by data and digital tools in real operating environments.
User Engagement, Evaluation and Scaling
Learn how to implement, assess, and scale shared mobility solutions through user acceptance and engagement design, city case studies, KPI frameworks, and deployment tools. Participants gain insight into stakeholder coordination, pilot evaluation, risk identification, and turning local pilots into scalable mobility solutions.
E-Courses
Webinars
MLLCity: Amsterdam - Mobility as a Commons
Step into Amsterdam’s exploration of Mobility as a Commons, where community-governed shared resources challenge traditional top-down planning. This webinar unpacks Commons theory , from the Tragedy of the Commons to Elinor Ostrom’s eight design principles, and shows how these ideas translate into real mobility initiatives. Discover how Amsterdam’s car-sharing cooperatives empower residents, how municipalities can shift from consumer participation to true co-creation, and what it takes to build trust, governance structures, and long-term community ownership in urban mobility.
MLL City: Turin – Mobility as a Service (MaaS)
Discover how Turin is building one of Europe’s most advanced Mobility-as-a-Service ecosystems. Marco from 5T walks through the development of the Smart Move MaaS app, integrating buses, trains, scooters, taxis, parking, and cross-border travel to France, all in one platform. Learn how Turin coordinates public authorities, mobility operators, and technical partners, tackling ticketing, APIs, and commercial agreements. With insights on user incentives and adoption strategies, this session offers a practical, real-world roadmap for implementing MaaS in a complex metropolitan region.
MLL City: Munich– Traffic Management and Mobility During Large Scale Events at Allianz Arena
Explore how Munich manages the complex mobility challenges surrounding major events at the iconic Allianz Arena. This webinar dives into traffic flow strategies, public transportation coordination, crowd control planning, and smart city solutions deployed during high-attendance events. Learn from mobility experts, data analysts, and strategy leaders as they share real-world case studies, best practices, and innovative approaches to keeping one of Europe’s busiest event corridors moving efficiently and safely.
TMLL City: Paris Saclay a Joint Operation: Loop Carsharing & Private Charging for a Successful Electromobility Project
Explore the Paris-Saclay case study on integrating Loop carsharing with private charging infrastructure to support electromobility. This session shows how coordinated planning between shared mobility services and charging solutions can improve efficiency, user experience, and adoption. It also highlights key operational insights, partnership models, and success factors for developing scalable and sustainable electric mobility projects in urban and peri-urban areas.
Interviews
Copenhagen - “How Shared Mobility Took Root in the Suburbs”
Step inside Copenhagen’s bold experiment to shift suburban residents away from private cars and toward shared mobility. This video unpacks how the city introduced shared cars, e‑bikes, and mobility hubs strategically placed near stations and bus stops — and how these interventions led to over 41,000 trips in just a few months. You’ll hear how public–private collaboration, user‑centric design, and persistent engagement helped overcome slow initial adoption. If you want to understand what it really takes to change mobility habits in car‑dependent areas, this is a story you won’t want to miss.
Munich - “Transforming Mobility on FC Bayern Match Days”
What does it take to untangle one of Europe’s toughest match-day traffic challenges? Munich’s MLL team shares the story behind designing a Park & Ride shuttle system for tens of thousands of FC Bayern fans. From traffic simulations and queueing theory to delicate stakeholder negotiations, this video shows how data, trust, and persistence helped shape a solution that works in the real world. Discover how a shuttle service—priced below stadium parking—helped improve travel flows, reduce congestion, and enhance the match-day experience. A behind-the-scenes look at mobility innovation under real operational pressure.
Turin - “Building a Seamless MaaS Ecosystem Across Regions and Borders”
Turin’s Smart Move project is redefining what multimodal travel can look like. In this video, the team walks you through the creation of a MaaS platform that unifies buses, trains, scooters, taxis, parking, and even cross‑border travel into one intuitive app. You’ll learn how technical integration, commercial agreements, and regulatory hurdles shaped the development process — and how early user incentives and beta testing helped refine the service. Whether you’re interested in MaaS, regional mobility, or digital integration, this story offers a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at building a scalable mobility ecosystem.
Amsterdam - “When Communities Design Their Own Mobility System”
Amsterdam’s MaaC model flips the traditional mobility paradigm: instead of top‑down planning, residents collectively manage shared vehicles, set rules, and shape their own mobility landscape. This video explores how community ownership replaced private car trips, strengthened social ties, and empowered neighborhoods to reclaim public space. You’ll hear how trust‑building, local “keystones,” and human‑centered facilitation helped overcome administrative and behavioral barriers. If you’re curious about citizen‑led innovation, social sustainability, or new governance models, this is one of the most inspiring stories in the GEMINI portfolio.
Paris‑Saclay - “Electric Car Sharing That Changes Suburban Behavior”
In the fast‑growing Paris‑Saclay region, mobility challenges are shaped by students, researchers, and professionals who rely heavily on private cars. This video shows how the MLL introduced a loop‑based electric car‑sharing system that not only improved last‑mile connectivity but also convinced a quarter of users to delay buying a private car. You’ll learn how charging infrastructure, university partnerships, and careful station planning created a cost‑efficient, user‑friendly service. A compelling example of how targeted interventions can shift mobility habits in suburban innovation hubs.
Ljubljana - “Micromobility as a Bridge Between Business, Hospitality, and the City”
Ljubljana’s MLL demonstrates how e‑bikes, e‑scooters, and digital cultural tours can transform first‑ and last‑mile travel for hotel guests and employees in outer business districts. This video takes you through the collaborative process of aligning hotels, companies, and mobility providers — and the practical challenges of station placement, APIs, and hybrid systems. You’ll see how scenic routes, sustainability storytelling, and flexible integration created a mobility experience that is both practical and memorable. A great case for anyone exploring tourism‑mobility synergies or corporate mobility solutions.
Porto - “Reinventing Match‑Day Mobility Through Digital Bundles”
Porto’s MLL tackles the complex mobility ecosystem around Estádio do Dragão, where match‑day congestion, limited parking, and unpredictable flows create major challenges. This video reveals how the team developed multimodal mobility bundles linked to Via Verde accounts, combined with incentives and awareness campaigns to encourage sustainable travel. You’ll hear early user insights, coordination challenges, and the realities of integrating digital systems across closed ticketing environments. A powerful example of how digital tools and stakeholder collaboration can reshape mobility for large events.
Helsinki - “Small Pilots, Big Shifts: Rural and Peri‑Urban Mobility Reimagined”
Helsinki’s MLL shows how small, community‑rooted pilots can spark meaningful mobility change in rural and peri‑urban areas. This video highlights an on‑demand bus connecting remote villages to train lines, an eBike leasing program run through a local library, and the integration of shared mobility into the regional MaaS platform. You’ll learn how local ownership, simple design, and flexible delivery helped residents try new modes and rethink car dependency. A thoughtful, inspiring look at how mobility innovation can thrive outside major cities.