Essays about: "Curitiba"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the word Curitiba.

  1. 1. Inclusion of differential pricing in congestion charging scheme: The case of Stockholm and Curitiba

    University essay from KTH/Transportplanering

    Author : Joaquin Franco; [2023]
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    Abstract : Among transport demand management (TDM) strategies, congestion pricing has been one of the most widely applied, but at the same time one of the most criticised. The reason is that this measure is considered regressive, exclusionary, and inequitable, since having a flat rate ignores people's ability to pay, i.e. READ MORE

  3. 2. A cost-benefit analysis of electrification of LCVs : A Study-Case in the City of Curitiba, Brazil

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Rodrigo Fernandes; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis addresses the urgent global imperative of achieving carbon neutrality, with a specific focus on the relationship of environmental and economic concerns within urban freight transportation. The primary objective is to provide valuable insights and support to freight companies in Curitiba, Brazil, as they embark on a transition towards sustainable and eco-friendly mobility solutions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Access Management for Efficient Urban Freight Transport

    University essay from KTH/Transportplanering

    Author : ALEX ROUHI; [2023]
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    Abstract : In today's urban landscapes, most megacities deal with challenges related to monitoring access management and designating spaces in city centres for loading or unloading goods. A pivotal objective for logistic companies is to ensure on-time and in-full delivery (OTIF), which directly correlates with enhanced customer satisfaction and increased profitability (Smith, H, 2019). READ MORE

  5. 4. Integrating dial-a-ride and ridesharing services in Curitiba’s Public Transport Network (RIT)

    University essay from KTH/Transportplanering

    Author : Juan Manuel Lopez Vasquez; [2022]
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    Abstract : Demand Responsive Transport is regarded allegedly by many as the future of public transportation. Nevertheless, recent study shows that more than a half of DRT services provided by start-ups fail within their first 7 years of operation. READ MORE

  6. 5. Policy Tools for the Decarbonisation of Urban Freight Transport in Brazil

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Raghav Somayya Mandana; [2021]
    Keywords : CO2 emissions; transport sector; decarbonisation; battery electric vehicles BEVs ; electromobility; freight transport; total cost of ownership TCO ; light commercial vehicles LCVs ; Koldioxidutsläppen; transportsektorn; avkolning; elektriska fordon EF ; elektromobilitet; godstransport; total ägandekostnad TÄK ; lätta kommersiella fordon LKF ;

    Abstract : There has been an increase in the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the last 3 decades. A large share of these emissions is produced by the transport sector. In 2010 alone, global transport accounted for 7 GtCO2 eq and approximately 23% of total energy-related CO2 emissions. READ MORE