Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Swiss Roads Initiative
- Alternative
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Incentivized Carpooling Programs
- Dimension
- Infrastructure
- Criteria
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- Project timeline reliability
- Time Frame
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- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- Carpooling programs could foster community engagement, reduce reliance on single-occupancy vehicles, and lead to a cultural shift towards shared mobility solutions. This may encourage sustainable transport habits in future generations, thereby reducing environmental impact and improving socio-economic conditions.
- NegativeImpact
- Carpooling initiatives could create dependence on technology, potentially alienating those who are less tech-savvy. Additionally, if poorly managed, they could lead to congested pick-up points and increased vehicle clustering, negating some of the congestion-reducing benefits. Limited participation can also undermine effectiveness.
- Description
- The evaluation of the carpooling alternative indicates potential drawbacks. It assumes widespread adoption without addressing barriers such as app accessibility and convenience. Furthermore, in comparison to alternatives like Smart Traffic Management Systems and Integrated Public Transport Enhancement, carpooling may lack the broader impact needed to address traffic congestion comprehensively and sustainably.