Light Rail Transit Systems 61 Lessons in Sustainable Urban Development [Paperback]

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.

• Presents applied research by experienced practitioners and academic researchers
• Draws on more than 50 cases from Europe, the Middle East, the UK and US
• Incorporates five themes on why it's important to invest in light rail, including effective mobility, and for an efficient city, economy, environment and equity
• Includes a checklist for planning public transport projects

1. Light Rail in Bird's Eye View 2. What is Light Rail? 3. Light Rail Returns 4. Argumentation in Favor of Light Rail 5. Augmented Quality Due to Light Rail 6. Costs-Benefits of Light Rail Revised 7. Making Light Rail 8. Investing in the City

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

Rob van der Bijl is engineer and urban planner. He received his Ph.D. from the Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands. For many years he runs an independent urban planning office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. His practice is known for its innovative approach to research and design. He's worked worldwide on many mobility-related projects and transit-oriented developments. All his wol%