Globalisation, Transport and the Environment

Globalisation, Transport and the Environment

Globalisation, Transport and the Environment

The increased flow of knowledge, resources, goods and services among nations that has
occurred as a result of globalisation has led to a major increase over the years in transport
activity. This has had an impact on the environment in a number of ways: through
increased economic activity in general; through shifts in the location of production
activities; and through developments in the volume and type of transportation required to
meet demands of global trade. This report reviews the linkages between globalisation,
transport and the environment, and identifies the policy challenges and potential
solutions to address the environmental consequences that arise