Chapter 11

Shift Chapter 11: Sustainable Management of Transport System - Year 2 Geography

Page 1

  • Chapter Overview

    • Focus on the sustainable management of transport systems and their environmental impacts.

Page 2-3

  • Impact of Transport Systems on the Environment

    • Change the Physical Environment

    • Increase Carbon Footprint

Page 4-12

  • Change the Physical Environment

    • Significant Changes to Natural Landscapes

      • 12,364 signatures collected against transport plans affecting forests.

      • Infrastructure development leads to:

        • Leveling of hills and steep slopes.

        • Tunneling through mountains.

        • Diverting river channels.

        • Clearing natural vegetation.

    • Examples of Environmental Impact

      • Hong Kong International Airport: Major land reclamation and alteration of natural landforms.

      • Indonesian road-building threatens tropical rainforests.

Page 13-20

  • Biodiversity and Nature Reserves

    • Construction of Bukit Timah Expressway divided nature reserves.

    • Eco-Link@BKE built to restore biodiversity.

    • Transport development impacts flora and fauna, affecting local communities reliant on natural resources.

Page 21-30

  • Increase Carbon Footprint

    • Definition and Importance

      • Carbon footprint measures greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.

      • Excessive greenhouse gases contribute to global warming.

    • Key Greenhouse Gases

      • Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Methane (CH4), Nitrous Oxide (N2O), Hydrofluorocarbons (HCFs), Perfluorocarbons (PFCs), Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6).

    • Emission Calculations

      • Example: A car with 4 passengers traveling 300 km produces 70 kg of CO2.

Page 31-34

  • Impact on People in Cities

    • Positive Effects

      • Improved mobility for the elderly and people with disabilities.

    • Negative Effects

      • Traffic congestion.

      • Health and safety risks.

Page 35-56

  • Improved Mobility

    • Features for inclusivity in transport systems.

    • Importance of barrier-free access for the elderly and persons with disabilities.

  • Traffic Congestion

    • Causes: High vehicular volume, insufficient public transport, inadequate infrastructure.

    • Impacts: Fatigue, frustration, increased accidents, higher emissions.

  • Health and Safety Risks

    • Respiratory issues, noise pollution, safety concerns in crowded transport.

Page 57-60

  • Future Expectations

    • Need for sustainable transport management strategies.

Page 61-92

  • Sustainable Management Strategies

    • 1. Integrate Land-Use and Transport Planning

      • Long-term goals for convenience and connectivity.

    • 2. Implement Laws and Policies

      • Examples: Energy Conservation Act, vehicle quotas, road pricing.

    • 3. Improve Mobility and Safety

      • Barrier-free transport systems for all users.

    • 4. Invest in Research and Development

      • Mobile applications for trip planning, electric vehicles, and autonomous vehicles.

Page 93-106

  • Challenges in Sustainable Management

    • Balancing social, economic, and transport needs.

    • Need for effective enforcement of policies.

    • Consideration of diverse needs in infrastructure planning.

    • High costs and time requirements for research and development.

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