Rental e-scooters are boosting local economies in turbulent times

Cities around the world are searching for greener transport solutions that can integrate well with existing public transit networks. Four years on from the introduction of e-scooters onto Australian streets, rental micromobility operators like Neuron Mobility have become embedded in local ecosystems. Beyond offering a safe, sustainable and convenient alternative to short car trips, Neuron e-scooters have also been found to inject a much needed boost into local economies.

Neuron’s Regional Manager for NSW & Queensland, Tim Morris, will present an industry-first economic impact report Shared Rides Shared Wealth, quantifying the economic impact e-scooters are having on cities. Supported by analysis from leading Queensland economist Nick Behrens, the presentation will demonstrate how rental e-scooter programs are contributing significantly to local economies across Australia.

Even as businesses bounce back from the pandemic, worker shortages and rising costs of living mean many are operating in a challenging environment. Neuron’s research will offer insights into how e-scooter programs can offer a helping hand to local communities and businesses, and the role of micromobility in the urban transportation networks of the future.