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Transport in cities

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Published 04 Dec 2013 Last modified 20 Apr 2016

Topics: Transport , Environment and health , Air pollution ,

Many European cities are rapidly transforming urban transport. However, while cycling and efficient public transport are becoming the norm in some urban areas, Europe’s transport sector is still a major contributor to excessive levels of greenhouse gases, air pollution and noise. EEA

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