Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Swiss Roads Initiative
- Alternative
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Green Freight Corridor Initiative
- Dimension
- Energy
- Criteria
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- Emissions reduction potential
- Time Frame
- 10
- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- The Green Freight Corridor Initiative could lead to significant long-term reductions in emissions and congestion from freight transportation, fostering a transition toward a sustainable logistics sector in Switzerland. This shift could create a cleaner urban environment, yield health benefits, and provide a framework for green innovations in transport that future generations can build upon.
- NegativeImpact
- If the initiative fails to significantly shift the freight sector towards electric vehicles or if the adoption is slow, emissions could remain high, affecting air quality and public health. There is also a risk that dedicated green lanes could lead to further segregation of transport modes rather than integrated solutions, thereby increasing future infrastructure development costs.
- Description
- The Green Freight Corridor Initiative presents a moderately favorable approach for addressing congestion and emissions reduction along the A1 motorway. While there are challenges related to implementation and adoption rates, there is potential for a meaningful impact in promoting sustainable freight transport. Compared to other alternatives, it may not produce as immediate and wide-reaching benefits as initiatives like Smart Traffic Management Systems, which leverage technology for quick wins. Overall, it provides a good balance between addressing current congestion and paving the way for future sustainable practices.