THE GEOGRAPHY OF TRANSPORT SYSTEMS


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Source: adapted from Newman, P. and J. Kenworthy (1999) Sustainability and Cities: Overcoming Automobile Dependence, New York: Island Press.

Urban Density and Energy Consumption

There is an intricate relationship between urban density and energy (fuel) consumption. North American cities are among the most energy intensive while Asian cities are highly energy friendly.