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This study analyzes the current situation of transportation in Kabul city and its social, environmental, and economic impacts. That is followed by recommendations and proposed solutions that fit the challenges. Transportation is one of the biggest causes of greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. Health, economy, security, and environment are key determinants in transportation planning to ensure sustainable cities. A well-designed mobility system with smart technology can improve environment, health, economy, and security measures. A review of documents, observation, and interviews with key informants and residents of Kabul were conducted. There is inadequate reliable real-time data to analyze the current situation and to draw a viable solution mechanism. Shifting to low carbon mobility is challenging as most of the energy for mobility comes from oil. This study highlights key challenges, such as lack of sufficient funding for new construction and maintenance of infrastructures, coordination between the government and citizens, and low awareness among people about use and maintenance of facilities. This analysis reflects global practices and argues that improved transportation is directly linked to good health, reduction of poverty and hunger affordable and clean energy, which are key contributing factors to obtaining Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Mansoor, H., Rasoli, N., Habibizada, K.J., Raqi, B.A., Sabory, N.R., Mansoor, G.F. (2021). Sustainable Transportation and Mobility System in Kabul City. In: Danish, M.S.S., Senjyu, T., Sabory, N.R. (eds) Sustainability Outreach in Developing Countries . Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7179-4_10
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