Electric Bikes in the People's Republic of China: Impact on the Environment and Prospects for Growth
Asian Development Bank | June 2009
Abstract
"Electric bikes (e-bikes) provide low-cost, convenient, and relatively energy-efficient transportation to an estimated 40 million–50 million people in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), quickly becoming one of the dominant travel modes in the country. As e-bike use grows, concerns are rising about lead pollution from their batteries and emissions from their use of grid electricity, primarily generated by coal power plants. This report analyzes the environmental performance of e-bikes relative to other competing modes, their market potential, and the viability of alternative battery technologies. It also frames the role of e-bikes in the PRC’s transportation system and recommends policy for decision makers in the PRC’s central and municipal governments."
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Asian Development Bank. 2009. Electric Bikes in the People's Republic of China: Impact on the Environment and Prospects for Growth. © Asian Development Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/11540/2389. License: CC BY 3.0 IGO.Print ISBN
978-971-561-793-2
Keywords
Bus Transportation Costs
Demand For Transport
Means Of Transport
National Transport
Passenger Transport
Road & Highway Transport
Road Transportation Systems
Sea Transport
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