This chapter aims at providing an overview of the multiple aspects involved in passenger and freight transport, which are the base for the understanding of the energy consumption of the sector, as well as for the current trends and prospects related to digitalization and decarbonization. A brief historical discussion and some trends will be presented, followed by a description of the main modes and technologies, both for passenger and freight transport, and a final focus on the differences across world regions in mobility patterns and behaviors. The evolution of transport systems has led to very different situations worldwide, depending on different strategies related to economic development, geographical limitations and cultural, political and social aspects. Proper sustainable mobility plans need to be based on the specific characteristics of each location, and the integration between different governance levels is of utmost importance to improve the reliability, affordability, and energy performance on the entire transport system.


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    Title :

    The Evolution of Transport Across World Regions


    Additional title:

    SpringerBriefs in Energy


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    Publication date :

    2020-05-01


    Size :

    28 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English







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