Chapter3. Transitions are made by people

Symmetries, Expectations, Dynamics and Contexts: A Framework for understanding public engagement with renewable energy projects. Walker et al, 2011   A lot of times, when the implementation of a RET (Renewable Energy Technology) project does not meet with approval of the public, the attention is set on what are the characteristics of the project that cause opposition while there are many other…

Mobility vision of Texel Everything the municipality of Texel does, is based on the core values of Texel. Texel as a host stands for a calm and spatial island, has a wealth of natural and cultural landscapes, great diversity in landscapes and land uses. Texel speaks of the Texel identity; the specific island nature, the nocturnal darkness and maritime monuments. Texel is focused on giving a…

In this chapter we want to reflect upon the activities happening on the area of mobility on Texel. The vision of Texel describes different values and principles, but these are all quite fake. There are no firm requirements made. The mobility of Texel want to simulate the de-use of the car, both for the Texelaar as the tourists. This is in contrast with the new ferry they bought for next year

The time span of 50 years, from now until 2065 is a long period to make predictions and suggestions for. On a larger scale, the main actions and actors that will affect the mobility future in Texel are: economy and the relevant stakeholders, municipality‘s decisions, and people’s acceptance and cooperation. Focusing on the mobility system, the main parameters we considered and also those that we…