Summary
The Energia que Move (energy that moves) project, implemented in Braga explores how active mobility, sustainability awareness, and participatory design can contribute to safer and more enjoyable school environments. Developed through partnerships between academic institutions, local organisations, and the municipality, the project focuses on two school communities
The initiative is structured around four core actions: the creation of “ciclo expressos” (bike buses) to promote active travel; educational workshops on robotics and clean energy; a participatory co design process to rethink school surroundings; and impact monitoring to evaluate outcomes.
Through diagnosis, public assemblies, and collaborative design sessions involving students, families, and residents, the project develops tactical urban proposals to improve pedestrian safety, reduce traffic speeds and introduce stay areas. By combining spatial intervention with education and cultural change, the project supports more autonomous, safe, and sustainable mobility for children and strengthens community engagement and skills in shaping the urban environment.
Key aspects
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Integration of mobility, energy, and education
Links active mobility with learning processes on sustainability and energy transition. -
Participatory co design with school communities
Engages children, families, and local actors in diagnosing issues and shaping urban solutions. -
Activation through everyday mobility practices
Implements initiatives such as bike buses and artistic interventions to encourage behavioural change. -
Experimental approach with impact evaluation
Combines tactical urbanism and monitoring to test, assess, and refine interventions.