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Selection of sustainable transport system: a case study.
- Source :
- Management of Environmental Quality: An International Journal; 2021, Vol. 32 Issue 1, p100-113, 14p
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Purpose: Sustainable mobility will be the key to the survival of mankind in the 21st century. Cities with debt-ridden and poorly managed transport systems have to change to the ever-growing demands of the public transport system. The low cost of transport has been a key factor in sustainable development for any city. This study is trying to propose a framework for the selection of sustainable transport in context to an Indian case of NCR Delhi, India. Design/methodology/approach: The present study has identified eight criteria for the selection of a sustainable transport system. Criteria for selection of sustainable transport are CO<subscript>2</subscript> emissions, cost of fuel, energy efficiency, cost of maintenance, number of accidents, congestion, number of injuries and road noise. Three alternatives of transport considered for this study are state-run bus, pooled car and Shuttl (App-based buses). The analytic hierarchy process (AHP) is used to prioritize the criteria. The study has further illustrated a framework for the selection of sustainable transport based on these criteria. Findings: It is observed that CO<subscript>2</subscript> emissions are the most important criterion for a sustainable transport system. It is followed by a reduction in congestion and the number of injuries. Three alternatives of transport considered for this study are state-run bus, pooled car and Shuttl (a service provider). Shuttl has been found to be the most sustainable transport system. Research limitations/implications: AHP is not able to capture the vagueness in decision-making. Therefore, fuzzy AHP can be considered for further detailed analysis as future scope of study in a different context of a sustainable transportation system. Major implications for policymakers and stakeholders are that development of public transport in cities should be done after considering different dimensions of sustainable operations. Originality/value: The study has proposed a unique framework for the selection of a sustainable transport system by the public based on sustainability criteria. Findings will help policymakers in formulating strategies for developing sustainable transport system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14777835
- Volume :
- 32
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Management of Environmental Quality: An International Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 147853781
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-03-2020-0059