Spillover Effect Details
- Policy
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Train Station Ispra
- Alternative
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Integrated Security & Immigration Processing Center
- Dimension
- Environment
- Criteria
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- Air pollution (emissions)
- Time Frame
- 15
- Score
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- PositiveImpact
- The ISIPC may enhance border security and facilitate travel, potentially boosting tourism in Ispra. If proper emissions regulations are integrated, it could promote more sustainable travel practices. Additionally, by streamlining immigration processing, it might mitigate congestion at existing transit points, inadvertently reducing idling emissions from vehicles or transport methods waiting to process passengers.
- NegativeImpact
- The construction and operation of the ISIPC could lead to increased air pollution due to construction emissions and a higher volume of travelers needing transport to/from the train station, which may increase local vehicular emissions. Enhanced security measures might require more resources, leading to increased energy consumption and potential additional waste, further exacerbating air pollution issues. Overall, this alternative might end up prioritizing short-term economic growth over long-term environmental sustainability.
- Description
- While the Integrated Security & Immigration Processing Center (ISIPC) addresses certain operational issues, it does not adequately align with the long-term environmental goals necessary to combat air pollution. In comparison to other alternatives such as the Sustainable Multi-Modal Transport Hub, which focuses on reducing carbon emissions and promoting integrated transport solutions, the ISIPC falls short. Its emphasis on security measures does not address the urgent need for eco-friendly approaches in air transport. The alternative does not create real assets for future generations, instead introducing potential liabilities related to increased emissions and environmental concerns.