# Italy sustainable mobility and urban transition > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italy-sustainable-mobility-and-urban-transition > Updated: 2026-09-25T23:29:23.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 2. Discussions regarding sustainable mobility and urban transitions in Italy have focused on technological integration and diverse transport modes. Initial dialogues at the Rome Eco Festival emphasized the convergence of electrification, automation, and artificial intelligence to reduce emissions and accidents. Experts also highlighted the necessity of intermodality, integrating public transit, bicycles, and digital services to manage urban congestion. Subsequent developments in Rome have expanded the scope to include the role of biofuels in the decarbonization process. While electric mobility remains a long-term goal, officials noted that biofuels like HVO Diesel can significantly reduce emissions without infrastructure changes. Concurrently, monitoring of cycling activity in Rome has revealed high usage of bike lanes, though organizations like Legambiente have raised concerns regarding poor infrastructure and safety hazards. Additionally, initiatives such as the ‘Bike to Rome’ tour are working to collect proposals for Renewable Energy Communities to present to the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-25: Rome hosts mobility events focusing on biofuels and cycling Rome hosts the Eternal City Moto Show focusing on biofuels and electric mobility, while Legambiente reports high cycling demand despite infrastructure challenges in the capital. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rome-cycling-data-shows-high-demand-despite-poor-infrastructure ### 2026-09-14: Sustainable mobility and smart city transitions discussed at Rome Eco Festival Experts at Rome's Eco Festival and various European forums discussed the future of mobility, focusing on AI-driven automation, intermodal transport, and green urban infrastructure to support the energy transit. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-commission-proposes-new-multimodal-and-rail-mobility-legislation --- Cite as: Italy sustainable mobility and urban transition. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italy-sustainable-mobility-and-urban-transition