Study of Environmental Islands in the SUMP of Rome Capital

Study framework

As part of Rome Capital’s SUMP, we have developed pre-feasibility studies for environmental islands. The work uses an integrated approach that combines urban analysis, traffic data and accident assessments. Furthermore, the objective is to define conditions of consistency between the planned boundaries and the settlement fabric. Consequently, the study provides useful technical foundations for traffic calming measures and the reorganisation of local mobility.

Preliminary analysis and verification of urban conditions

Activities include verifying road classification according to the PGTU, analysing residential and employment density, and evaluating the public transport network. In addition, a comprehensive mapping of services and key territorial hubs has been carried out. Subsequently, the current situation and the planned scenarios were compared. These assessments therefore made it possible to identify inconsistencies in the road hierarchy and to propose functional changes consistent with the implementation of environmental islands.

Road safety and service analysis

The issue of road safety has taken on a central role. Critical accident black spots were analysed and traffic calming measures were defined. In addition, assessments were carried out on parking spaces, the distribution of services and the presence of attractions. This set of analyses therefore provided a multidimensional view of urban contexts and enabled local needs to be described more accurately.

Results and planning support

The work allows for the validation and reinforcement of the planning design for the 80 environmental islands envisaged. In addition, we have provided operational guidelines and detailed instructions on boundaries, access, road classifications and infrastructure facilities. For this reason, these activities represent a strategic tool for the municipality. Finally, the project contributes to improving safety, liveability and sustainability of mobility in Rome’s neighbourhoods.