Professional Training Course on Sustainable Transportation Planning

Introduction

Drive future-ready mobility solutions with our expert-designed training course on Sustainable Transportation Planning. As cities grow and climate goals tighten, transportation professionals must rethink how systems are planned, operated, and improved. This 5-day intensive course delivers in-demand knowledge on low-emission transport strategies, multimodal integration, transit-oriented development, and infrastructure policies that align with sustainability and urban resilience goals.

This comprehensive Sustainable Transportation Planning training course is built for professionals seeking to lead sustainable mobility initiatives and design data-driven, equitable, and environmentally conscious transport systems. Participants will gain practical tools and proven planning methodologies to support decarbonization, enhance access, and create long-term value in urban and regional transport networks.

Target Audience

• Urban and transportation planners
• Civil and transport engineers
• Government and municipal officials
• Environmental and sustainability officers
• Public transit authorities and consultants
• Infrastructure development professionals
• Academics and research professionals

Duration:

5 Days

Course Objectives

1. Understand the core principles of sustainable transportation planning
2. Assess the environmental and social impacts of transport systems
3. Design multimodal and low-carbon transport strategies
4. Apply tools for urban mobility analysis and policy evaluation
5. Integrate sustainability into infrastructure planning and design
6. Promote active transportation and public transit solutions
7. Align transportation planning with climate and SDG targets
8. Develop actionable and inclusive transport planning frameworks

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Transportation

• Definition and importance of sustainable transport
• Global transportation challenges and climate impact
• Principles of sustainable mobility and access
• Sustainable Development Goals and transportation links
• Current trends in green transport systems

Module 2: Environmental and Social Impacts of Transportation

• Air pollution, emissions, and noise
• Climate change and carbon accounting in transport
• Health and equity impacts of mobility systems
• Social inclusion and transport accessibility
• Environmental justice in transportation

Module 3: Multimodal and Integrated Transport Systems

• Modal hierarchy and intermodal planning
• Public transport integration strategies
• First-mile and last-mile connectivity
• Non-motorized transport networks
• Transport demand management approaches

Module 4: Active Transportation and Public Transit

• Bicycle and pedestrian-friendly planning
• Public transit design and network optimization
• Walkability and urban design principles
• Transit-oriented development (TOD)
• Accessibility standards and universal design

Module 5: Low-Emission and Future Mobility Technologies

• Electric mobility and EV infrastructure planning
• Hydrogen and alternative fuels
• Shared mobility and micro-mobility
• ITS and smart mobility applications
• Automation and emerging tech in sustainable transport

Module 6: Data-Driven Transport Planning

• Transport modeling and scenario analysis
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in planning
• Mobility surveys and data collection
• Indicators for monitoring sustainability performance
• Tools for evaluating transport policy

Module 7: Policy, Governance, and Financing

• Sustainable transport policy frameworks
• Institutional coordination and regulation
• Public-private partnerships in transport
• Financing green infrastructure
• Policy incentives and user pricing strategies

Module 8: Planning Strategy and Implementation

• Creating sustainable transport master plans
• Community and stakeholder engagement
• Phasing and prioritizing transport investments
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Developing a strategic implementation roadmap

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank