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Convenience
and alternatives to the mode of
transportation worldwide sees an
increase in emission of air
pollutants as a result of fuel
combustion and noise pollution
from rail and commercial
aircraft.
The
effects of this activity are:
- increase
in emissions of air
pollutants: carbon monoxide
(CO), lead (Pb), nitrogen
oxides (NO, NO2),
carbon dioxide (CO2),
volatile organic compounds
(VOC), persistent organic
pollutants (POPs)
- excess
heat emission as a result of
heavy fuel combustion from
increase use of vehicles
- annoyance
and disturbances in
intercity housing, with the
centre and transportation
hub situated
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