High-speed transformation

Concerns over carbon emissions from transportation, combined with the increasing congestion of road and air space are causing many countries to rethink their transportation policies. New investments in transportation, such as commuter systems to serve major cities, or high-speed lines to connect cit...

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Published in:ABB review 2009-01 (4), p.64-67
Main Authors: Felon, C, Moglestue, A, Montacq, C, Vetterli, C, Zueger, H
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Concerns over carbon emissions from transportation, combined with the increasing congestion of road and air space are causing many countries to rethink their transportation policies. New investments in transportation, such as commuter systems to serve major cities, or high-speed lines to connect cities over distances of several hundred kilometers, are contributing significantly to fuel savings and the reduction of CO(2) emissions.
ISSN:1013-3119