Date of This Version
June 2007
Abstract
The paper reviews urban transport policies in Italian cities and their impact on the concentration of NO2 and PM10. Using parametric and non-parametric techniques, it finds no significant effect of the policy actions currently implemented. Further, it finds evidence of a weak positive impact of plans adoption. These results are interpreted as evidence of positive externalities among actions. Finally, by also discussing case studies, the paper points out the absence of economic instruments and argues that significant welfare gains would derive from their adoption.
Recommended Citation
Percoco, Marco Dr, "Urban Transport Policies and the Environment: Evidence from Italy" (June 07, 2007). Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei Working Papers. Paper 20.
https://services.bepress.com/feem/paper20