Light Rail Transit Systems
61 Lessons in Sustainable Urban Development

A complete reference on developing sustainable light rail transport systems, including definitions, history and governance

Rob van der Bijl (Author), Niels van Oort (Author), Bert Bukman (Author)

9780128147849

Paperback, published 20 June 2018

238 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 1.6 cm, 0.39 kg

Light Rail Transit Systems: 61 Lessons in Sustainable Urban Development shows how to design and operate light rail to maximize its social benefits. Readers will learn how to understand the value of light rail and tactics on its effective integration into communities. It uses strong supporting evidence and theory drawn from the author's team and their extensive experience in developing new light rail systems. The book uses numerous case studies to demonstrate how key concepts can bridge the geographic limitations inherent in many transit-related discussions. In addition, users will learn how to develop important relationships with local decision-makers and communities.

1. Light Rail in Bird’s Eye View2. What is Light Rail?3. Light Rail Returns4. Argumentation in Favor of Light Rail5. Augmented Quality Due to Light Rail6. Costs-Benefits of Light Rail Revised7. Making Light Rail8. Investing in the City

Subject Areas: Transport: general interest [WG], Operational research [KJT]