Sustainable Transport : Planning for Walking and Cycling in Urban Environments

Sustainable Transport : Planning for Walking and Cycling in Urban Environments

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  • 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版/ページ数 713 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9780849317835
  • DDC分類 628

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With a wide range of contributions from America, Australia, Europe as well as the UK, Creating Sustainable Transport sums up many of the lessons learned and how they can be applied in improved planning. Non-motorized transport planning depends on combining improvements to infrastructure with education. The book examines both national strategies and local initiatives in cities around the world, including such topics as changes to existing road infrastructure and the integration of cycling and walking with public transport. The contributors consider topics such as developing healthier travel habits and ways of promoting cycling and walking as alternatives to the car.

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Combining the works of internationally recognized experts, Sustainable Transport sums up many of the lessons learned and how they can be applied to improve planning. The book examines both national strategies and local initiatives in cities around the world, including changes to existing road infrastructure and the integration of cycling and walking with public transport. The contributors consider topics such as developing healthier travel habits and ways of promoting cycling and walking as alternatives to the car. With its blend of practical experience and suggestions for improvement, this text will be essential reading for urban planners, environmental groups, and those researching transport issues.