INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PROBLEMS OF LOGISTICS, MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION IN THE EAST-WEST TRANSPORT CORRIDOR (PLMO), vol.1, pp.108-112, 2021 (Conference Book)
This study aims to estimate the social impact of the development of bicycle usage by citizens and the partial effect on the cars use on the example of Azerbaijan. The authors review experience of bicycle usage to found out main contributing factors to the development in this sector. Moreover, in order to implement the state program of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2019-2023 and promotion of bicycle usage, an example is given of a significant leverage necessary for its implementation. Using a regression analysis, the authors analyze the impact of environmental and social factors? As well as the level of air pollution and life expectancy on the number of bicycles from 2005 to 2017.Results indicate a possible social effect and social impact of bicycle usage on the well-being in Azerbaijan. Based on empirical results the authors propose policy recommendations to promote bicycle usage in Azerbaijan.