Transportation and Sustainability
Keywords:
sustainability, railway, air transport, inland waterway transport, transport emissionsSynopsis
This publication summarises the results of the VERDEN project, which focused on transport from a sustainability perspective. It presents the findings of a survey carried out in 12 countries, focusing primarily on rail, inland waterway, and multimodal freight transport. It also deals with the calculation of transport-related emissions and provides practical advice on organising seminars and other events with sustainability considerations in mind. The publication offers both expert and interesting information for students of transport-related disciplines as well as for members of the public interested in transport and its impact on the environment.
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