Tools for Transformative Social-Ecological Infrastructure

Laa, Barbara and Gallian, Lisa and Hauschild, Rebecca and Gülly, Stefanie and Getzner, Michael (2026) Tools for Transformative Social-Ecological Infrastructure. EVERYBODY PLANS ... SOMETIMES. Cherish Heritage, Plan Now, Create a Better Future! Proceedings of REAL CORP 2026, 31st International Conference on Urban Development, Regional Planning and Information Society. pp. 941-944. ISSN 2521-3938

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Abstract

The social-ecological transformation of mobility systems poses major challenges for local and regional governance, as entrenched institutional structures, political incentives, and vested interests often impede change beyond technical solutions. This paper presents findings from the exploratory research project “LEIWAND – Lokale Entscheidungen für den sozial-ökologischen Infrastrukturwandel” (Local decisions for social-ecological infrastructure transformation), which develops a governance-oriented toolbox for decision making with regard to infrastructure decisions. Based on two case studies in Austria and a review of international good practices, the project analyses political-economic decision-making dynamics in transport and land-use planning. Building on these insights, the paper introduces tools that propose new and adapted process elements – such as transparency mechanisms, funding and alternative deliberation – to support more inclusive, transparent, and transformation-capable decision-making in mobility governance.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	sustainable mobility, governance, transport infrastructure, spatial planning, urban development
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HE Transportation and Communications J Political Science > JS Local government Municipal government T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering
Depositing User:	The CORP Team
Date Deposited:	08 Apr 2026 19:50
Last Modified:	08 Apr 2026 19:50
URI:	http://repository.corp.at/id/eprint/1363

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