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Jason Henderson is a Professor of Geography & Environment at San Francisco State University (SFSU), affiliated with the College of Science & Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (2002). His research focuses on the 'politics of mobility,' examining how culture, politics, and economics shape urban transportation systems with an emphasis on decarbonization, car-free cities, and equitable urban planning. Recent work includes a sabbatical to research his upcoming book and a 2018 visiting research professorship at Heidelberg University's Institute of Geography.
Research Interests: Jason's work spans bicycle and car politics, public transit, parking policies, energy transitions, and car-free urban futures. He critiques electric vehicle reliance, advocates for green mobility, and analyzes mobility justice in cities like Copenhagen and San Francisco. His interdisciplinary approach bridges geography, urban planning, and environmental studies.
Teaching: Courses include Urban Transportation, Global Transportation, Land-Use Planning, and Bicycle Geographies. He emphasizes decarbonization strategies, compact cities, and Bay Area case studies.
Publications: Notable works include Street Fights in Copenhagen (2019) and Low Car(bon) Communities (2016). His research explores mobility transitions, climate policy, and urban liveability in tech-driven cities.
Affiliations: Active in the Institute for Geographic Information Science at SFSU. His work aligns with global sustainability goals and urban equity initiatives.
