Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Swiss Roads Initiative
- Alternative
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Implement Smart Traffic Management Systems (STMS)
- Dimension
- Energy
- Criteria
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- Emissions reduction potential
- Time Frame
- 10
- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- Smart Traffic Management Systems (STMS) are expected to lead to significant reductions in emissions through improved traffic flow, resulting in lower fuel consumption. Over the long term, STMS could enhance public acceptance of technology-driven solutions, leading to increased investments in sustainable transport infrastructures that benefit future generations.
- NegativeImpact
- However, STMS might lead to a temporary increase in roadway usage without addressing the root issues of vehicle dependency and urban sprawl, potentially worsening urban air quality unless coupled with broader sustainable transport policies. There also exists a risk of socioeconomic disparities if technology access remains unequal.
- Description
- The analysis shows that while Smart Traffic Management Systems (STMS) have the potential to reduce congestion and emissions, their implementation alone may not sufficiently address the root causes of traffic issues while leading to increased vehicle dependency. The lack of focus on promoting public transport and reducing reliance on personal vehicles diluted their potential positive impact for future generations. Compared to alternatives like Integrated Public Transport Enhancement or Dynamic Toll Pricing, STMS ranks lower as it merely optimizes current inefficiencies without providing long-term sustainable transport solutions.