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Congestion Flashcards

(20 cards)

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What are sustainable traffic management strategies?

A

They aim to reduce congestion and emissions, and promote public transport, cycling, and walking.

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What are key goals of sustainable traffic management?

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Be affordable, reduce private car use, and improve urban quality of life.

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What is the London Congestion Charge?

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A fee for driving in Central London during peak hours to reduce traffic and pollution.

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When and where was the London Congestion Charge introduced?

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In 2003, covering around 21 square kilometres in Central London.

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How much is the London Congestion Charge (2024)?

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£15 daily, weekdays 7am–6pm, weekends 12pm–6pm.

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Who is exempt from the London Congestion Charge?

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Emergency vehicles, electric vehicles, residents, and taxis.

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What is Curitiba’s BRT system?

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A Bus Rapid Transit system with exclusive lanes, large buses, and metro-like operation.

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How many people can Curitiba’s buses carry?

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Up to 270 passengers per bus.

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What are some features of Curitiba’s BRT system?

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Exclusive bus lanes, level boarding, prepaid fares, integrated with land use.

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What are the benefits of London’s Congestion Charge?

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Reduced traffic by 15%, 70,000 fewer vehicles daily, £2 billion in revenue.

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What are the negatives of London’s Congestion Charge?

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Cost burden, traffic displacement, expensive enforcement, limited long-term effect.

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What are the benefits of Curitiba’s BRT?

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80% use rate, reduced car journeys by 27%, fast, reliable, low pollution.

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What are the negatives of Curitiba’s BRT?

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Crowding, aging vehicles, gaps in coverage, can’t keep up with population growth.

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Did the London Congestion Charge work?

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Yes moderately — initial reduction in traffic, but benefits weakened over time.

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Did Curitiba’s BRT system work?

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Yes greatly — reduced car use, improved air quality, inspired other cities.

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How is revenue from the Congestion Charge used?

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Reinvested into public transport and cycling infrastructure.

17
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Why is Curitiba’s BRT considered successful?

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Efficient, sustainable, low-cost, and widely used.

18
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What was a long-term issue with London’s Congestion Charge?

A

Traffic rebounded over time due to population and vehicle growth.

19
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What other cities copied Curitiba’s transport system?

A

Bogotá, Jakarta, Los Angeles.

20
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How is Curitiba’s transport linked with urban planning?

A

High-rise buildings built near BRT corridors for better accessibility.