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Unsustainable Transport

City Transport in the New Century

David Banister author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:3rd May '05

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Exploring the connection between transport systems and public policy, Unsustainable Transport addresses urban sustainability and future challenges.

In Unsustainable Transport, the author delves into the intricate relationship between transport systems and the public policies that govern them. This exploration takes into account a multitude of influential factors while situating transport within urban, national, and global contexts. By examining these connections, the book provides a comprehensive overview of how transport infrastructures are shaped by various political and economic forces.

The narrative further investigates the ties between transport and sustainable urban development. It highlights critical issues such as energy intensity and the constraints imposed by public policy and institutional frameworks. Through a detailed analysis, the book illustrates how these elements interact at both macro and micro levels, focusing on city-specific challenges and opportunities. Topics like land use, economic incentives, and the potential impact of emerging technologies are thoroughly examined.

In its concluding sections, Unsustainable Transport draws lessons from developing countries, seeking innovative pathways to transition from current unsustainable practices to more viable alternatives. This forward-looking perspective emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and policy reform in achieving a sustainable future for transport systems worldwide.

'The definitive contribution to this centrally important topic, which will remain the standard work for years to come.' -Professor Sir Peter Hall, Institute of Community Studies, University College London

'...a thorough, highly informative, up-to-date examination of the problems and alternative solutions to transport's current unsustainability, including proposals for practical strategies to implement the necessary policy measures.' -Professor John Pucher, Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA

'...a very important book... This is a balanced exploration of the fundamental issues raised by pursuit of sustainability policy. The book should be read by all those who are concerned about urban issues and especially those who want to take part in an informed discussion of sustainability.' -Professor Patrick Troy, Centre for Resource and Environmental Studies, Australian National University


'This brilliant analysis of the crucially important issue of sustainability further reinforces Banister's reputation as one of the world's leading authorities on the topic. He provides a thorough, highly informative, up-to-date examination of the problems and alternative solutions to transport's current unsustainability, including proposals for practical strategies to implement the necessary policy measures.' -Professor John Pucher, Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA

'This is a very important book. One of its great strengths is that is the first time a transport specialist has made the connection between sustainable cities and sustainable transport. The author explores the need not only to pursue technological innovation but the need to change our institutional structures, social behaviour and the ways we live and work if we wish to seriously pursue the notion of sustainable cities. The book eschews the apocalyptic tone adopted by many writers and equally rejects the familiar physical determinist position taken by most transport specialists. This is a balanced exploration of the fundamental issues raised by pursuit of sustainability policy. The book should be read by all those who are concerned about urban issues and especially those who want to take part in an informed discussion of sustainability.' -Professor Patrick Troy, Centre for Resource and Environmental Studies, Australian National University

'The definitive contribution to this centrally important topic, which will remain the standard work for years to come.' -Professor Sir Peter Hall, Institute of Community Studies, University College London

'An excellent review of the subject area, and offers an up-to-date analysis of the problems which cities face.' - Environment and Planning B

ISBN: 9780415357906

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 570g

304 pages