The Irish government intends to reduce the use of private vehicles, Environment and Transport Minister Eamon Ryan said on March 6, The Journal writes.
He made such a statement on the eve of the presentation of a government memorandum to reduce traffic jams and the dependence of residents on private vehicles. The memorandum will become an annex to the government’s climate action plan. He will propose a series of measures, including higher parking fees, reduced parking spaces, congestion pricing, higher fuel costs, and cheaper public transportation.
“I think our first reaction should be to allocate space so it’s easier and faster to walk and bike, and the bus goes faster.”Ryan commented on the upcoming proposals. He also noted that he does not consider congestion pricing to be a primary measure.
It is hoped that on the basis of the proposals an action strategy for the next decade will be drawn up. The strategy will take into account the results of process modeling as well as research and evidence.
Remember that Ireland has committed to achieving “zero” greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The country has high hopes for wind power in this, but has so far been buying carbon credits from other countries.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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