Maxim Nohroudi: smart grid for traffic data

In my vision for 2050, we have intelligent, self-learning & zero-emission transport grids. All transport vehicles – cars, bikes, motorcycles, busses or even tramways – communicate with each other. All this data goes into a smart grid which optimizes our traffic, reduces congestion, delays and accidents. Kids could even run onto a street without running the risk of being injured. Public transit systems have high comfort & quality standards. People even prefer it over having their own vehicle. It’s just so much more fun & comfortable!

In 2050 we have a new constitution, one that takes advantage of e-government and social communities. The decision-making process is direct. We vote on municipal issues once a week. Furthermore, we can easily find the best experts within seconds on certain issues within our community. Municipal projects are increasingly run by the people. They vote on how to allocate resources. The municipal government serves as a moderator, allowing a smooth decision-making process.

Our mobility habits will change – not because they have to – but because the new, the next, the alternative is so much more inviting! More fun! More comfortable! More secure! And less costly! It is not any form of guilt, morale or directive that changes 2050’s mobility habits. It is the better alternative that is being offered. Therefore people will love it. And that’s why they change!

About Maxim Nohroudi

Maxim Nohroudi is the driving force in product development at Waymate. He took his first step into the startup world at age 26, founding the first academic institute for corporate governance, raising € 4 million, and guiding a staff of 15 as Managing Director. At 28 he was appointed as university vice-president. With his friend Tom he went on to explore the potential for better travel solutions, and thus founded Waymate. Maxim holds a Masters degree in Economics and studied at Witten/Hedecke, Harvard & MIT.