Traffic congestion: the problem and how to deal with it

Traffic congestion: the problem and how to deal with it

The text of 194 pages analyses the negative impacts of congestion and the multidisciplinary efforts that are needed to keep it under control, through the design of appropriate policies and measures. Congestion control is part of the development of a strategic vision of how a city should develop which can make it possible to harmonize the needs of mobility, growth and competitiveness, which are so necessary today and in the future, with the sustainability of cities and the improvement of their quality of life.The task is complex and it is not easy to find appropriate solutions. The present publication presents tools for tackling this crucial problem. Everything indicates that it calls for high professional and leadership qualities on the part of the authorities, and that it must have the active support of the citizens.This edition of the Bulletin presents a summary of the main conclusions of the publication and it is stressed that ECLAC can conduct local workshops to analyze the problem and how to tackle it.

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Bull, Alberto
Format: Texto biblioteca
Language:English
Published: ECLAC 2003
Subjects:TRAFICO URBANO, TRANSPORTE PUBLICO, PRECIOS, REDES VIALES, CONTAMINACION ATMOSFERICA, FLUJO DE TRAFICO, URBAN TRAFFIC, PUBLIC TRANSPORT, PRICES, ROAD NETWORKS, AIR POLLUTION, TRAFFIC FLOW,
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/11362/37898
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Chibuike Onah
2024-08-18 08:03:20
Traffic congestion is a serious problem that affects many aspects of urban life, including longer commutes, higher fuel costs, and pollution of the environment. The answers provided in the article provide a thorough method for dealing with congestion. Immediate traffic congestion can be reduced by making improvements to road infrastructure and traffic management, such as streamlining traffic signal systems and improving road design. Effective alternatives to driving a private vehicle include increasing the number of public transportation options and constructing bus lanes. Reducing reliance on cars requires actions on the demand side, such as parking regulations, varying work hours, and public education campaigns. All things considered, it is imperative to adopt a balanced strategy that includes both behavioral modifications and infrastructure upgrades. Long-term planning and the potential creation of a single transport authority can improve these ideas' efficacy even more.
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