Does Prague have a car problem? Expert comments on key obstacles to building a more sustainable city

Prague’s car problem is not a secret. High car ownership persists, mainly because of political resistance and historical preservation laws which inadvertently hinder efforts to reduce car dependency. The dependency poses a challenge to its sustainability goals, increases noise pollution in the city, and is dangerous to pedestrians. So, what’s being done? I spoke with Urbanist at the Sustainable Urbanism Laboratory Zuzana Poláková to discuss some of these challenges that prevent a more sustainable Prague.

Let’s start with some basics.

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Author: Jakub Ferenčík