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Environmental Issues
It's not only the tree-clad mountain slopes and verdant valleys that make Austria green; this is one of the most environmentally
aware countries in Europe. Austria banned all nuclear power in the 1970s, and since then its green policy has made giant strides.
Heavy investment in public transportation has dramatically lessened the use of cars. This is a huge benefit to visitors, making
travel in Austria, with its seamless connections between different forms of public transportation, very easy. Despite the
Alpine terrain, Austrians cycle a lot, and every town has bike routes and parks. Recycling is a way of life; there are many
different types of garbage cans, each clearly labeled for the appropriate trash.
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