A reflection on innovative technologies for sustainable urban mobility

The population agglomerations occurred in Brazilian urban centers in recent decades came harm the role of cities and promote disharmony between the dimensions of sustainable development. This demands attention to the political dimension of sustainability in order to direct the urban planning to the achievement of social goals, the economic efficiency of the application of resources and the rational use of natural resources. In this context, the urban mobility is directly related to the population to opportunities for work and study, they reflect the conditions of displacement in urban areas, with direct impact on quality of life. One of the criteria for the design of a system of urban mobility is the adoption of innovative technologies. Thus, the purpose of this essay is to stimulate reflection on the possibilities and contributions of technology to urban sustainability, especially under the aspects of sustainable urban mobility.