Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Alternatives to the Automobile: Transport for Livable Cities. Worldwatch Paper 98. |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Lowe, Marcia D., Worldwatch Inst., Washington, DC. |
| Availability: |
Worldwatch Institute, 1776 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20036 ($4.00). |
| Peer Reviewed: |
N |
| Page Count: |
54 |
| Publication Date: |
1990 |
| Intended Audience: |
Policymakers |
| Document Type: |
Opinion Papers |
| Descriptors: |
Alternative Energy Sources, Conservation (Environment), Depleted Resources, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education, Fuels, Motor Vehicles, Natural Resources, Pollution, Science Education, Traffic Control, Transportation |
| Geographic Terms: |
U.S.; District of Columbia |
| ISBN: |
978-0-916468-99-6 |
| Abstract: |
The numerous and widespread problems associated with the automobile are discussed. Traffic congestion, air pollution, and oil dependence are some of the reasons why the use of alternative fuels is necessary. A proposal is made for a new transport environment where walking, bicycling, and public transportation are used to complement the use of the automobile. Gradual restructuring of cities and suburbs to make alternatives viable and to lessen the need for driving is also discussed. Chapters include: (1) "From Servant to Master"; (2) "Getting on Track"; (3) "Cities for People"; (4) "The Road Not Taken"; and (5) "A Policy Overhaul." (KR) |
| Journal Code: |
RIEMAY1991 |
| Entry Date: |
1991 |
| Accession Number: |
ED327380 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
