Gordon Wilmsmeier
Serie de recursos naturales e infraestructura Nº 124
CEPAL
Octubre 2007
El transporte de carga ha abierto amplios horizontes para la economía internacional, permitiendo el avance de la especialización geográfica y que la industria utilice fuentes de servicio a escala global. Aún así, el mercado de transporte en América del Sur exige una integración adicional, incluyendo la conexión de todos los puntos nodales dentro de la región hasta las regiones fronterizas, casi siempre aisladas.
Dentro de las cargas transportadoras el transporte por ferrocarril en América del Sur sigue siendo el de menor importancia tanto a nivel nacional como subregional. Pero con el auge de la exportación y el interés renovado en el desarrollo de infraestructura crece la posibilidad de crear un nuevo enfoque, que incluye no solo la percepción unimodal, sino también la multimodal o intermodal.
Se destaca las posibilidades del transporte ferroviario de conectar regiones aisladas con las vías fluviales lo cual permite el fácil acceso a los puertos marítimos aguas abajo. En el presente estudio, se analiza este potencial bajo una visión conducente al desarrollo sustentable del transporte, con un impacto menor sobre el medio ambiente.
En base a un planteamiento metodológico y ejemplos, se llega a la conclusión de que es necesario iniciar un proceso político que tome en cuenta los impactos del transporte y la movilidad de las cargas. Este proceso debe poner énfasis en el potencial del desarrollo económico de regiones aisladas a través de la integración de los modos ferro-fluvial en América del Sur. Una visión unificada y la implementación de una política de transporte regional integrada puede resolver distorsiones y crear competitividad y eficiencia no solamente dentro del sector de transporte, sino también en su interacción con los otros sectores económicos y también sociales.
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Sunday, April 22, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
Achieving emissions reductions in the freight sector: Understanding freight flows and exploring reduction options
Georgetown Climate Center
James J. Winebrake, PhD.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Presented via Webinar for the Talking Freight Seminar: Freight and the Environment Part I
21 March 2012
Freight is closely tied to economic growth and is growing; unfortunately, the bulk of freight is moved by high energy-intensive and GHG-intensive modes (truck).
On behalf of the Transportation and Climate Initiative, Dr. James Winebrake recently conducted an analysis of all freight moving through the northeastern United States.
The presentation shows some examples of emissions, costs and time for freight routes, and potentially sets the stage for additional work in this area.
The IF-TOLD Mitigation Framework
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James J. Winebrake, PhD.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Presented via Webinar for the Talking Freight Seminar: Freight and the Environment Part I
21 March 2012
Freight is closely tied to economic growth and is growing; unfortunately, the bulk of freight is moved by high energy-intensive and GHG-intensive modes (truck).
On behalf of the Transportation and Climate Initiative, Dr. James Winebrake recently conducted an analysis of all freight moving through the northeastern United States.
The presentation shows some examples of emissions, costs and time for freight routes, and potentially sets the stage for additional work in this area.
The IF-TOLD Mitigation Framework
- Intermodalism/Infrastructure– use of efficient modes and infrastructure
- Fuels – use of low carbon fuels
- Technology – application of efficient technologies
- Operations – best practices in operator behavior
- Logistics – improve supply chain management
- Demand – reduce how much STUFF we consume
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Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Un solo destino: La sustentabilidad. Reducción de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero generadas por el transporte de carga en América del Norte
Comisión para la Cooperación Ambiental
Marzo 2011
El más reciente informe del Secretariado de la CCA conforme al artículo 13 del Acuerdo de Cooperación Ambiental de América del Norte (ACAAN) presenta una serie de hallazgos y recomendaciones sobre la sustentabilidad del transporte de carga en América del Norte.
Con base en los conocimientos, experiencia y perspectivas de más de 60 expertos en transporte, funcionarios gubernamentales, operadores y otros grupos interesados clave, el informe recomienda acciones que consideramos servirán de mucho para la sustentabilidad ambiental del sistema de transporte de América del Norte.
El informe concluye que las políticas, regulación e incentivos necesarios para lograr un transporte de mercancías ambientalmente sustentable —a escala regional— también permitirán que nuestro sistema de transporte de carga sea más eficiente, competitivo y seguro en términos de consumo de energía.
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Video: Onpoint - CEC's Lloyd discusses North American policy for cleaner freight transport
Marzo 2011
El más reciente informe del Secretariado de la CCA conforme al artículo 13 del Acuerdo de Cooperación Ambiental de América del Norte (ACAAN) presenta una serie de hallazgos y recomendaciones sobre la sustentabilidad del transporte de carga en América del Norte.
Con base en los conocimientos, experiencia y perspectivas de más de 60 expertos en transporte, funcionarios gubernamentales, operadores y otros grupos interesados clave, el informe recomienda acciones que consideramos servirán de mucho para la sustentabilidad ambiental del sistema de transporte de América del Norte.
El informe concluye que las políticas, regulación e incentivos necesarios para lograr un transporte de mercancías ambientalmente sustentable —a escala regional— también permitirán que nuestro sistema de transporte de carga sea más eficiente, competitivo y seguro en términos de consumo de energía.
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Video: Onpoint - CEC's Lloyd discusses North American policy for cleaner freight transport
Monday, June 6, 2011
Tomorrow's Transport
Wall Street Journal special report
May 2011
Move It!
Not only are we spending too little on transportation right now, but we're not spending it wisely. Here's the case for a new approach that puts transportation squarely in the service of the American economy.
The Little Engine Really Could
At last, technology is on the verge of transforming freight rail. The likely outcome: a digital network carrying greater volumes at faster speeds and lower costs.
The Future of Freight Railroads
Freight railroads have made a strong comeback in recent years. Can they stay on track? Four experts with long involvement in the rail industry offer their opinions.
Buses Catch On
Bus rapid transit, which combines the flexibility of buses with the speed, comfort and reliability of rail, is the hottest trend in urban mass transit in the developing world.
Don't Count Hydrogen Fuel Cells Out
Battery-powered electric cars have stolen the thunder of this once ballyhooed technology, but a growing number of auto executives still think it's the ultimate alternative fuel.
Charging Stations Could Use Subscriptions
As electric cars proliferate, the business of recharging them may look less like the filling-station model and more like the way consumers pay for cellphone service.
Map: Electric-Vehicle Charging Stations
Car Talk and Talk and...
Vehicles that constantly communicate with each other and with an information grid could save a lot of lives by preventing crashes—if drivers don't resist the technology because of privacy concerns.
Has the Monorail's Future Arrived?
Monorails are getting a fresh look as São Paulo and a handful of other big cities in emerging economies embrace the technology as a way to meet surging demand for mass transit.
Airlines Promise: It Will Get Better
They say passengers can expect smoother check-ins and more comfortable flights. We'll have to see.
Air Travel's New Era of Self-Control
The FAA is pushing for a $20 billion overhaul of the nation's air-traffic-control system that would let pilots choose their routes, saving fuel, cutting emissions and reducing congestion.
Past Tomorrow's Transport Reports
Fossil Fuelled
Examining the various threats to the global motor industry and highlighting the steps that car makers are taking to overcome them.
Questions on Future of Air Travel Smolder
The closure of airspace amid a cloud of volcanic ash offered a painful reminder of the truths about jet travel: Modern society can't function without it, and the whole system is easily thrown into chaos.
The Roads Not Taken
People have imagined the future of transportation at least since Leonardo da Vinci sketched a flying machine. Here are some past ideas of future travel that never quite came to pass.
Ir al especial
May 2011
Move It!
Not only are we spending too little on transportation right now, but we're not spending it wisely. Here's the case for a new approach that puts transportation squarely in the service of the American economy.
The Little Engine Really Could
At last, technology is on the verge of transforming freight rail. The likely outcome: a digital network carrying greater volumes at faster speeds and lower costs.
The Future of Freight Railroads
Freight railroads have made a strong comeback in recent years. Can they stay on track? Four experts with long involvement in the rail industry offer their opinions.
Buses Catch On
Bus rapid transit, which combines the flexibility of buses with the speed, comfort and reliability of rail, is the hottest trend in urban mass transit in the developing world.
Don't Count Hydrogen Fuel Cells Out
Battery-powered electric cars have stolen the thunder of this once ballyhooed technology, but a growing number of auto executives still think it's the ultimate alternative fuel.
Charging Stations Could Use Subscriptions
As electric cars proliferate, the business of recharging them may look less like the filling-station model and more like the way consumers pay for cellphone service.
Map: Electric-Vehicle Charging Stations
Car Talk and Talk and...
Vehicles that constantly communicate with each other and with an information grid could save a lot of lives by preventing crashes—if drivers don't resist the technology because of privacy concerns.
Has the Monorail's Future Arrived?
Monorails are getting a fresh look as São Paulo and a handful of other big cities in emerging economies embrace the technology as a way to meet surging demand for mass transit.
Airlines Promise: It Will Get Better
They say passengers can expect smoother check-ins and more comfortable flights. We'll have to see.
Air Travel's New Era of Self-Control
The FAA is pushing for a $20 billion overhaul of the nation's air-traffic-control system that would let pilots choose their routes, saving fuel, cutting emissions and reducing congestion.
Past Tomorrow's Transport Reports
Fossil Fuelled
Examining the various threats to the global motor industry and highlighting the steps that car makers are taking to overcome them.
Questions on Future of Air Travel Smolder
The closure of airspace amid a cloud of volcanic ash offered a painful reminder of the truths about jet travel: Modern society can't function without it, and the whole system is easily thrown into chaos.
The Roads Not Taken
People have imagined the future of transportation at least since Leonardo da Vinci sketched a flying machine. Here are some past ideas of future travel that never quite came to pass.
Ir al especial
Monday, May 9, 2011
Globalisation, Transport and the Environment
OECD
2010
What impact has globalisation had on transport? And what have been the consequences for the environment? This book analyses these issues in detail. It is based on a series of papers prepared for an OECD/ITF Global Forum on Transport and Environment in a Globalising World, held in Guadalajara, Mexico, 10-12 November 2008 (see www.oecd.org/env/transport/GFSD). The original papers have been updated and edited, primarily in order to avoid overlap from chapter to chapter, and have been brought together in this volume to provide policy makers with a comprehensive overview of the interactions between globalisation, transport and the environment.
This book looks in detail at how globalisation has affected activity levels in maritime shipping, aviation, and road and rail freight, and assesses the impact that changes in activity levels have had on the environment. The book also discusses policy instruments that can be used to address negative environmental impacts, both from an economic perspective and from the point of view of international law.
Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction and Main Findings
Chapter 2. Globalisation's Direct and Indirect Effects on the Environment
Chapter 3. International Maritime Shipping: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 4. International Air Transport: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 5. International Road and Rail Freight Transport: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 6. International Maritime Shipping: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 7. International Air Transport: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 8. International Road and Rail Freight Transport: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 9. Policy Instruments to Limit Negative Environmental Impacts: An Economic Perspective
Chapter 10. Policy Instruments to Limit Negative Environmental Impacts: International Law
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2010
What impact has globalisation had on transport? And what have been the consequences for the environment? This book analyses these issues in detail. It is based on a series of papers prepared for an OECD/ITF Global Forum on Transport and Environment in a Globalising World, held in Guadalajara, Mexico, 10-12 November 2008 (see www.oecd.org/env/transport/GFSD). The original papers have been updated and edited, primarily in order to avoid overlap from chapter to chapter, and have been brought together in this volume to provide policy makers with a comprehensive overview of the interactions between globalisation, transport and the environment.
This book looks in detail at how globalisation has affected activity levels in maritime shipping, aviation, and road and rail freight, and assesses the impact that changes in activity levels have had on the environment. The book also discusses policy instruments that can be used to address negative environmental impacts, both from an economic perspective and from the point of view of international law.
Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction and Main Findings
Chapter 2. Globalisation's Direct and Indirect Effects on the Environment
Chapter 3. International Maritime Shipping: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 4. International Air Transport: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 5. International Road and Rail Freight Transport: The Impact of Globalisation on Activity Levels
Chapter 6. International Maritime Shipping: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 7. International Air Transport: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 8. International Road and Rail Freight Transport: Environmental Impacts of Increased Activity Levels
Chapter 9. Policy Instruments to Limit Negative Environmental Impacts: An Economic Perspective
Chapter 10. Policy Instruments to Limit Negative Environmental Impacts: International Law
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Friday, April 29, 2011
Connecting landlocked developing countries to markets: Trade corridors in the 21st century
Arvis, Jean-Francois; Smith, Graham; Carruthers, Robin
World Bank
April 2011
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World Bank
April 2011
This book aims to help the policymaker and development community in general to understand the nature of the problems and policy dilemmas that landlocked countries face to trade with the rest of the World.
This volume presents an important breakthrough in the literature, by focusing on a new conceptual framework that challenges the previous paradigm based on physical infrastructure and state-led access solutions, embodied in many treaties. By recognizing that the main access problems for landlocked countries occur in the territory of the transit country, this volume provides a new approach to understand the set of incentives that drive the political economy and shape the institutions governing goods’ transit along corridors.
Overall, the policy levers available to overcome these barriers are based on universally applied principles, recognizing the need for re-engineering current transit regimes which have been implemented with little success outside Europe. A risk-approach to border control and technology use, along with trust building between private operators and public agencies, all point toward the need to encourage and formally recognize higher-quality trucking companies. Meanwhile, other modes of transportation represent an alternative to road transit, but they also entail disadvantages, suggesting that their role is likely to remain limited to niche segments, specific commodities and exceptional market circumstances.
This volume presents an important breakthrough in the literature, by focusing on a new conceptual framework that challenges the previous paradigm based on physical infrastructure and state-led access solutions, embodied in many treaties. By recognizing that the main access problems for landlocked countries occur in the territory of the transit country, this volume provides a new approach to understand the set of incentives that drive the political economy and shape the institutions governing goods’ transit along corridors.
Overall, the policy levers available to overcome these barriers are based on universally applied principles, recognizing the need for re-engineering current transit regimes which have been implemented with little success outside Europe. A risk-approach to border control and technology use, along with trust building between private operators and public agencies, all point toward the need to encourage and formally recognize higher-quality trucking companies. Meanwhile, other modes of transportation represent an alternative to road transit, but they also entail disadvantages, suggesting that their role is likely to remain limited to niche segments, specific commodities and exceptional market circumstances.
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Wednesday, July 1, 2009
CER News - April 2009
CER
April 2009
Contents:
Editorial
Towards Sustainable Transport
Rail Freight in Europe
Passenger Rail Services in Europe
Creating an Efficient Rail Network
Interoperability and Research
CER Events
CER Agenda
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April 2009
Contents:
Editorial
Towards Sustainable Transport
Rail Freight in Europe
Passenger Rail Services in Europe
Creating an Efficient Rail Network
Interoperability and Research
CER Events
CER Agenda
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