Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Swiss Roads Initiative
- Alternative
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Dynamic Toll Pricing for Congestion Management
- Dimension
- Energy
- Criteria
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- Emissions reduction potential
- Time Frame
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- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- The dynamic toll pricing could potentially lead to lower emissions by encouraging off-peak travel, thereby reducing congestion and associated idling times. This may help instill a culture of considering pricing in travel decisions, promoting efficient routes and times in the long run.
- NegativeImpact
- The reliance on toll pricing could disproportionately affect lower-income commuters who may not have the flexibility to travel at off-peak times. Additionally, it might encourage more car use among those who can afford the tolls, leading to increased emissions overall if not properly managed alongside comprehensive transport policies.
- Description
- While dynamic toll pricing may exhibit short-term reductions in congestion, the broader impacts on emissions and equity are problematic. The strategy relies heavily on user adjustment without addressing systemic issues. Alternatives like Smart Traffic Management Systems and Integrated Public Transport Enhancement present opportunities for addressing congestion through sustainable means, indicating a higher potential for lasting positives.