Sustainable transport in Central and Eastern European cities

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The cities of Central and Eastern Europe are struggling to cope with dramatic growth in motor vehicle traffic, resulting in increasing congestion, growing air pollution, and other environmental, economic, and social problems. At the same time, these cities are adapting their public transport systems to meet changing requirements and severe budget constraints. National policy makers and city managers are striving to develop new policy approaches and stable sources of financing amid changing social and economic conditions. These policies will have important implications for the environment, social conditions, and economic growth of cities. This publication examines the principle urban transport issues facing cities in Central and Eastern Europe. Through expert analyses and case studies, this book presents a variety of policy initiatives and recommendations for addressing these problems.