Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Swiss Roads Initiative
- Alternative
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A1 Bicycle and Micro-Mobility Promotion Initiative
- Dimension
- Energy
- Criteria
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- Emissions reduction potential
- Time Frame
- 15
- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- The A1 Bicycle and Micro-Mobility Promotion Initiative could lead to a cultural shift towards sustainable transport, fostering public health benefits through increased physical activity and improved air quality in urban areas. It may also inspire a new generation of environmentally conscious citizens who prioritize clean transport, thus creating lasting environmental assets for future generations.
- NegativeImpact
- The policy might lead to infrastructure neglect for public transport and create inequities by prioritizing cycling and e-scooting in urban areas at the expense of those who are reliant on other forms of transport, particularly in rural areas or among low-income families who may not have access to bikes or e-scooters. Such a shift could exacerbate existing inequalities in transportation access and urban infrastructure.
- Description
- The A1 Bicycle and Micro-Mobility Promotion Initiative, while well-intentioned, risks failing to address the broader issues of traffic and emissions effectively. Its success is dependent on widespread adoption, which may not materialize if adequate infrastructure is not developed comprehensively or if the transport policies are not fully integrated with existing public transport systems and commuter behaviors. This initiative lacks the scalability and comprehensive approach required to significantly mitigate congestion on the A1 compared to alternatives that utilize existing infrastructure and technologies. Furthermore, there is a risk that focusing excessively on micro-mobility may lead to higher inequities in access to transportation, leaving vulnerable populations at a disadvantage. Hence, its potential long-term benefits do not match its capacity to address the immediate and severe congestion issues, resulting in a negative impact for future generations.