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30 June 2023

Sustainable solutions for parking management

In today's society, parking management is a central part of everything from urban planning to infrastructure. As a parking manager, it is important to be aware of and adapt to the changes and trends affecting the industry. In this blog post, we will explore some sustainable parking management solutions that can hopefully help you streamline and improve your operations. 

Sustainable parking management can create more attractive areas, reduce environmental impacts and improve the user experience through green elements and the promotion of alternative modes of transport.

Eco-friendly and sustainable parking solutions

As land and property owners, it is important to think about creating attractive, efficient and sustainable parking areas that meet the expectations of society and users. This includes charging stations for both cars and bikes, as well as smart parking systems. Furthermore, by integrating green elements into parking areas, you can help reduce environmental impact while improving the user experience.

Charging stations for electric cars

More and more people in Sweden are acquiring rechargeable vehicles, which increases the need for charging stations. As a parking manager, you can be part of the green revolution by installing charging stations in your parking areas. By providing convenient and accessible charging infrastructure, you can attract more EV drivers while promoting a more sustainable transport sector.

Bicycle parking and charging stations for electric bikes

As more people switch to using bicycles and scooters as their primary mode of transport, especially in city centers, you as a parking manager need to adapt your facilities to meet their needs. By providing safe and convenient bicycle parking with plenty of spaces, you can attract more cyclists to use your parking spaces. 

In addition to bicycle parking, it is also important to take into account the growth of e-bikes and install charging stations for them as well. These can be located at bike parks or in strategic locations where e-bikes often stop, such as workplaces, shopping areas or tourist attractions. Offering the possibility to charge e-bikes can be a decisive factor for many users when choosing where to park.

Many people choose to leave their cars at home and cycle to work and other destinations. By implementing secure bike parking, with the possibility of charging electric bikes, you can make your parking area more attractive.

Smart parking systems

Smart parking systems use modern technology to make parking management more efficient. By using sensors, data analytics and real-time information, you can optimize availability and reduce congestion in your parking areas. Smart parking systems can also make life easier for users by offering easy payment and navigation to available spaces. 

At Parkit we use, among other things, ANPR/LPR, which you can read more about HERE.

Car pools

Another sustainable solution is to promote sharing and carpooling by providing opportunities for car pools. Users benefit from cost savings by avoiding the costs of buying, maintaining and insuring their own car while reducing congestion and greenhouse gas emissions. Car pools also promote carpooling, which contributes to reducing pressure on parking spaces and relieving congestion in cities.

Car sharing offers benefits such as reduced congestion and emissions, cost savings for users through sharing rather than ownership, promotion of carpooling and reduced parking needs, contributing to more space in cities.

Green parking

By integrating green plantings and green spaces in your parking area, you not only give visitors a more pleasant visual experience, but also improve air quality and reduce noise. With simple installations such as lots of litter bins, you also prevent littering, creating a welcoming and clean impression.

Do you want to know how you can develop sustainable parking management in your area while creating an attractive parking experience for your users? Get in touch!