B7 - Transportation Flashcards
(29 cards)
What is the difference between transport and mobility?
Transport refers to the movement (usually motorized) of people, goods, and animals, while mobility is the ability to move between places, including walking and cycling.
How does urban development affect commuting?
Urban development increases the demand for commuting and car/public transport.
What is the trend in car traffic in city centers versus outer areas?
Car traffic is decreasing in city centers but increasing in outer areas.
What are some barriers to urban infrastructure?
Hills, rivers, railway lines, and main roads.
How does ongoing construction affect urban accessibility?
Ongoing construction limits accessibility.
What are the health effects of poor air quality in urban environments?
Poor air quality can lead to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
What is a major source of NO₂ in Gothenburg?
Traffic is a major source of NO₂.
What is the target for reducing NO₂ levels?
The target is to reduce NO₂ to safe daily averages.
What percentage of residents in Gothenburg are disturbed by noise weekly?
~30% of residents are disturbed at least weekly by noise.
What is the major source of noise in Gothenburg?
Traffic is the main noise source.
What are Sweden’s targets for transport emissions by 2030?
-70% transport emissions (excluding aviation) by 2030 compared to 2010.
What is the long-term goal for GHG emissions in the transport sector?
The long-term goal is net zero GHG emissions in the transport sector.
What is the current trajectory of GHG emissions in relation to 2030 goals?
The current trajectory is not fast enough to meet 2030 goals.
What are the three focus areas of Gothenburg’s transport strategy?
- Mobility: efficient, accessible transport for people.
- Urban Space: improve quality of life through urban design.
- Goods Transport: reduce impact and ensure accessibility.
What is the annual target for GHG emissions reduction in Gothenburg until 2030?
GHG emissions must decrease by minst10.3% per year until 2030.
What is the target for transport emissions reduction by 2030?
Transport emissions must decrease by minst 90% by 2030 compared to 2010.
What is the target for motorized traffic reduction from 2020 to 2030?
Motorized traffic must decrease by 25% from 2020 to 2030.
What is the strategy for mobility and travel in Gothenburg?
The strategy includes a city cores network for fast & reliable public transport, good bike access, and efficient use of roads.
What are the mobility targets for 2035?
- minst 35% of trips should be walking or cycling
- minst 55% of motorized trips should be public transport
- travel time should be minst 30 min between any two major destinations.
What is the strategy for urban spaces in Gothenburg?
- pedestrians and cyclists
- designs streets for movement and social space
- creates dense, connected street networks.
What are the urban space targets for 2035?
- minst ≥85% of residents should find walking attractive in city areas
- minst ≥85% should think streets are attractive to live in
- traffic fatalities should be halved with a -25% reduction in serious injuries compared to 2017–2019.
What improvements are targeted for public transport?
- Improved travel time by -20–25%
- increased capacity by +70%
What role does transport play as a socio-technical system?
It includes both technical infrastructure and social behavior, and urban planning must support sustainable mobility choices.
What are the innovation trends in transport?
Key trends include electrification, automation (self-driving), connectivity, Mobility as a Service (MaaS), and AI & Big Data.
