critical loads are not exceeded. (g) Taking into account that transport is a major cause of local pollution, regional acidification and global atniospheric pollution; the contribution of transport to environmental degradatic,n in the ECE countries should be reduced. There should be a shift in investment: from road to rail traffic with emphasis on the development of the rail freight Cletwork and fast passenger trains. Lower maximum speed limits should be considered, along with traffic-free urban areas, bicycle paths and bans on idling. Mc,re balanced transportation plans should be prepared, giving greater weight to bicycles and public transport as a means of reducing urban congestion, air pollut;ion and fossil fuel use. Health hazards and emissions should be reduced by promot:ing the use of lead-free gasoline, catalytic converters, and low pollution energy sources as well as controlling emissions from vehicles, bulk terminals and service stations. New cars, buses and trucks should use the best available technology for the. reduction of emissions and fuel efficiency. Environmental standards for controlling emissions should be considerably reinforced in all ECE cc,untr ies. (h) Business should be encoura9ed to apply energy efficiency targets for production processes and products, establish energy monitoring systems and carefully examine the use of energy mixes in production processes; as well as to take advantage of new financing methc1ds for energy saving investments, including third-party financing. Industry sho~1ld be expected to adhere to strict environmental standards while providing flexibility on the means to achieve compliance. Individuals should consider the energy and environmental consequences of their daily decisions and seek to minimize their impacts in both regards. (i) Energy utilities should be encouraged to review their price and tariff systems taking into account long-terrr1 marginal costs, time variable costs, and the need for incentives to reduce consumption and promote rational energy use. 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on the reduction of environmental degradation and pollution, with specific emphasis on transportation, energy efficiency, and industry. It also touches on individual actions to minimize environmental impacts. Given the scope and content, it seems likely that the text falls under the category of natural resources and environment.

**Category**
Natural resources and environment, Transport and communication