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Congestion Pricing

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Congestion Pricing involves charging drivers fees to enter the busiest areas at peak times to reduce traffic congestion and encourage public transport use.

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Shared Mobility Hubs

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They are centralized spaces where various forms of transportation, such as bikes, scooters, cars, and public transit, come together for seamless travel transitions.

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Telecommuting and Remote Work

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The practice of working from locations outside the traditional office—often from home—reducing the need for commuting and relieving transportation network pressures.

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Pedestrianization of City Centers

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The transformation of city centers to pedestrian-only zones to improve walkability, reduce vehicle emissions, and enhance the urban environment.

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Demand-Responsive Transit (DRT)

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A flexible public transport service that adapts to passenger demands rather than fixed routes or schedules, often using real-time technology.

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Car-Free Days

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Specific days when cities restrict car usage in certain areas to promote the use of public transport and raise environmental awareness.

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Integrated Fare Systems

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A payment system allowing passengers to use multiple modes of transport with a single ticket or card, simplifying travel and encouraging public transportation usage.

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Mass Transit Systems

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Mass transit, such as buses and subways, move large numbers of passengers, can decrease urban traffic congestion, and relies on fixed routes.

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Autonomous Vehicles (AV)

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AVs have the potential to revolutionize urban mobility by improving traffic conditions, lowering accident rates, and providing new mobility options.

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Mobility as a Service (MaaS)

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MaaS combines different transport services, including public transport, ride, bike, and car-sharing, into a single accessible on-demand service.

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Public Transport Oriented Development (TOD)

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TOD encourages higher-density development centered around public transport hubs to ease access to transit and reduce reliance on cars.

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Bike-Sharing Systems

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Bike-sharing systems provide shared bikes for short-term use, reducing traffic congestion and pollution, and promoting healthier lifestyles.

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Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV)

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Vehicles that produce no direct emissions, such as electric or hydrogen-powered cars, contributing to cleaner air and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

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Micro-Mobility

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Involves the use of small, lightweight vehicles, such as e-bikes and e-scooters, for short-distance urban travel, reducing congestion and emissions.

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Smart Traffic Management

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The use of technology to optimize traffic flow and signal timings can reduce congestion and improve overall transportation efficiency.

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Urban Gondolas and Cable Cars

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Aerial transit solutions that offer a unique way to bypass traffic, provide scenic routes, and connect hilly terrain or cross water bodies.

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Sustainable Urban Transport Plans (SUTP)

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Plans designed to provide policy direction for cities to develop transportation that is sustainable, accessible, and minimizes environmental impact.

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Urban Road Pricing

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A system where motorists are charged for driving within a city, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and encourage the use of public transport.

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Electric Scooters (E-scooters)

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E-scooters offer an eco-friendly transportation alternative, reduce inner-city traffic, and present last-mile connectivity challenge solutions.

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Ride-Sharing and Carpooling

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These mobility options reduce the number of vehicles on roads by sharing trips with others, thus lowering emissions and congestion.

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