The congestion charge is proposed to refer to the pollution congestion index
The lower the vehicle emission standard, the higher the charge or learn from Singapore's "volatility" charge
As an important measure of Beijing's clean air plan, the collection method of traffic congestion fees has always been concerned. Yesterday, Liu Ying, director of the Beijing Transportation Industry Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction Center, said when visiting the urban management radio, that the collection of congestion charges may be linked to the air pollution index and regional traffic congestion index.
Beijing may levy congestion charges with the ring line as the boundary
Liu Ying said that in the world, collecting traffic congestion fees is not a new measure. Singapore and London started collecting congestion fees in 1975 and 2003 respectively, and their congestion and air pollution conditions have improved.
Liu Ying said that Beijing will also consider the air pollution index on the basis of learning from these two cities
And road traffic congestion index. Congestion areas may be planned, such as ring roads. Or charge in important business districts and common congestion points.
In addition, the Beijing Clean Air Plan also mentioned that the designation of low emission areas and the collection of traffic congestion fees should be studied together, which means that low emission areas may also be listed as
The area where congestion charges are collected. Liu Ying believes that the traffic congestion fee can also be called the pollution congestion fee, which is charged based on the amount of pollution caused by cars. For example, according to the emission standards of cars in the third, fourth and fifth countries, different fees are charged according to different standards, and those with low emission standards are charged with high fees.
Collection mode of congestion charge
How about, will it be collected at one time like the vehicle and vessel use tax? In this regard, Liu Ying said that Beijing's traffic congestion charges may learn from the Singapore model, and the charging standards and time show "volatility". For example, the fees charged during the morning and evening peak hours will be high, while the fees may not be charged during the peak hours.
Avoid falling into repeated charges
According to the clean air plan, the area of differentiated parking fees will be expanded in the future to increase the cost of urban vehicles. So residents living in the central city are not only facing high parking fees, but also paying huge congestion fees. What should citizens do?
Liu Ying: From the perspective of the London model, residents in the urban area of London will have records, and they can enjoy preferential payment, but not free of charge. Singapore, on the other hand, adopts the compensation method of reducing parking fees. If traffic congestion fees are collected, the corresponding fees will be reduced when parking. Beijing will also consider similar methods to avoid repeated charges for parking and driving. When planning congested areas, we will also try to select places with few residential areas and give rewards to citizens who do not drive.
Expenditure for public transport
Some citizens said that how to avoid this embarrassment when commuting to and from work, seeing off children, driving to pay congestion fees, and not driving is unsafe? Where is the money going and where is it going to be spent?
Liu Ying: The use of traffic congestion charges is an important part of policy research. The main direction of congestion charge is to use it for the development of public transport,
Improve the convenience and comfort of public transportation. In London and Singapore, children in the toll area basically complete school and medical treatment nearby, without driving. To solve this problem in Beijing, we need to change from the perspective of urban planning, and at the same time, standardize the operation of school buses. In the policy research, the problem of school buses will be considered. If it is reasonable, part of the funds can also be used for school bus construction.
□ A stone from another mountain
◎ London mode
London has been collecting entrance fees since 2003. The charging time is from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday. The charging area is an important business district. Drivers need to register license plates in advance and pay by phone or online. The toll area recognizes the license plate number through 800 cameras, and vehicles that do not pay will receive a high ticket.
Advantages and disadvantages: The London mode can directly reduce the number of vehicles in the urban area, and does not distinguish the charging time carefully. The charging method needs strong financial system support.
Effect: After charging, the vehicle speed is increased by 10% - 15%, and the pollution is reduced by 12% - 15%.
◎ Singapore mode
Singapore has imposed congestion charges since 1975. Electronic toll collection was implemented in 1998. Electronic highway toll gates shall be set in the city center or some major highways and expressways. The charging standard depends on the road section, time and vehicle type. Constantly adjust the charging standard according to the change of traffic flow.
Advantages and disadvantages: The fluctuation charging method can realize the refinement of traffic and reasonably guide the passage of vehicles.
Effect: before charging, the average speed of Singapore is less than 19 km/h, and after charging, the central urban area reaches 30 km/h, reducing the pollution discharge effect by 30%.
■ Related news
Built in bicycle pedestrian lane in the Fifth Ring Road
Beijing Times News Yesterday, the reporter learned from the municipal transportation committee that the second batch of bicycle and pedestrian renovation projects this year have been determined, including 10 roads along Kaiyang Road, Xizhimenwai Street, Chegongzhuang West Road and 11 substandard sections of the Third Ring Road.
In 2017, Beijing will realize the networking of bicycle and pedestrian systems within the Fifth Ring Road.
According to statistics, after the completion of the first batch of demonstration roads, the number of bicycle trips and pedestrian trips along the line increased by 3.2% and 2% respectively. After completion in 2017, it is expected to save 1.36 million liters of oil annually and reduce 3672 tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
Huang Hailei, reporter of Beijing Times
