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The Health Cost of Transport in Cities

Gössling, Stefan LU ; Nicolosi, Jessica and Litman, Todd (2021) In Current Environmental Health Reports 8(2). p.196-201
Abstract

Purpose of Review: The study aims to provide an understanding of health cost assessments of different transport modes in urban contexts, and their relevance for transport planning and political decision-making. Recent Findings: There is strong evidence that motorized transportation imposes a high health cost on society, and specifically children. In contrast, active transport is a very significant health benefit. Summary: Economic analyses support urban change in favor of compact neighborhoods and public transit, as well as infrastructure exclusively devoted to active transport. Private cars need to be restricted because of the high cost they impose on society.

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Active transport, Cities, Cost-benefit analysis, Cycling, Transport policy, Urban planning
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Current Environmental Health Reports
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8
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2
pages
6 pages
publisher
Springer
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  • pmid:33686593
  • scopus:85102258477
ISSN
2196-5412
DOI
10.1007/s40572-021-00308-6
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English
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