Transport and the Environment

Source Edited by R E Hester; University of York, UK R M Harrison; University of Birmingham, UK
ISBN 0 85404 295 4
ISBN-13
Published July 2004
Format Softcover
Extent 172 pages

Price �45.00

Synopsis

Mass transportation has become central to the lifestyle of developed societies - but with what consequences for the environment and ultimately human health? Transport and the Environment investigates the major aspects of this emotive subject, with contributions from authors with international reputations for their research in the field. Discussions encompass air transport and its contribution to global pollution, the possible consequences of using hydrogen as a fuel, performance indicators and policy instruments for sustainable transport, the contamination of the atmosphere and surface waters by road vehicles, the impact of surface transport on climate, and the effects of transport pollutants on public health.

This authoritative review of the current state of knowledge will be of great value to scientists, policy-makers and students on environmental science and engineering courses.