Sustainable Urban Transport Planning for a Livable City Using the Car-Free Approach (Case Study: Rashid City)

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Department of Environmental Planning, Faculty of Urban Planning, Cairo University, Giza

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The growing demand for mobility and the increasing ownership of private vehicles annually conflict with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation and dependency on fossil fuels. This situation has emphasized the necessity for adopting innovative policies in the transportation sector that minimize environmental harm. Low-carbon and electric vehicles have emerged as significant alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-based technologies, offering an effective approach to lowering direct carbon dioxide emissions and mitigating the imbalance between oil supply and demand. In response to the escalating challenges faced by modern cities, sustainable urban planning has become a crucial mechanism to achieve sustainable development and improve urban livability.
This study investigates the potential of applying car-free city policies in Rashid, Egypt, as a framework to enhance the quality of life and livability for its residents. Rashid, a city known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, is currently struggling with issues such as unregulated urban sprawl and deteriorating road infrastructure, which have negatively impacted its historic and tourist areas. In line with the national vision to transform Rashid into an open-air museum, this research focuses on examining the principles of sustainable transportation, analyzing the role of sustainable mobility in creating livable cities, and studying relevant transportation policies. Additionally, the study reviews global case studies to extract principles applicable to Rashid. After assessing the current state of the city’s road network and identifying its challenges, the research proposes recommendations and solutions tailored to Rashid’s context.

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