Banks caused a bubble, failed to do due diligence and lent more than what was warranted to developers, and this has led to the high … Banks killed road sector: officialRead more
Transportation
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The structural waste of cars
The European car is parked 92 percent of the time—often on valuable inner-city land. When the car is used, only 1.5 of its 5 seats … The structural waste of carsRead more
Posted inToMl / Transportation / USA Empire
U.S. traffic is growing at fastest rate since 1997
Traffic on U.S. roads is growing at the fastest rate in almost two decades, as cheap gasoline, coupled with a strong economy, encourages motorists to … U.S. traffic is growing at fastest rate since 1997Read more
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Germany gives green light to bicycle highways
As a glimpse of a greener urban transport future, Germany has just opened the first five-kilometre (three-mile) stretch of a bicycle highway that is set … Germany gives green light to bicycle highwaysRead more
Posted inBicycle / ToMl / Transportation
This Is How I Went Car-Free In Denver
Denver’s share of households without a car remains unremarkable. At 12 percent, it’s just over the national average. But that doesn’t mean it’s difficult to … This Is How I Went Car-Free In DenverRead more
Posted inAirplanes / Greenhouse gas / ToMl / Transportation
Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Airplanes Are Dangerous To Human Life
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Wednesday that greenhouse gas emissions from airplanes are a health hazard and should be regulated under the Clean Air … Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Airplanes Are Dangerous To Human LifeRead more
Posted inEconomics / Flight / Terrorism / ToMl / Transportation
The Secret Trade in Services Agreement (TISA)
Most people never heard of it. They’re not told how they’re systematically deceived, lied to and swindled. There’s nothing fair about US free trade agreements. … The Secret Trade in Services Agreement (TISA)Read more
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Biking or walking may be the secret to a happier life
A study from the University of East Anglia and the Centre for Diet and Activity Research finds that people who switch from commuting by car … Biking or walking may be the secret to a happier lifeRead more
