The formulation and evaluation of transport route planning alternatives: a spatial decision support system for the Via Baltica project, Poland

S.S. Keshkamat, J.M. Looijen and M.H.P. Zuidgeest

Journal of Transport Geography, 2009, vol. 17, issue 1, 54-64

Abstract: Transport planning plays an undeniably key role in the economic growth of any region. However, when done heedlessly this planning can be detrimental to the biophysical and social environment of the region. In transport route planning generally one or a few alternative routes are proposed, usually representing the interest of the proponent. If required, an environmental impact assessment is carried out on these alternatives. Although, EIA and SEA are meant to be effective in taking informed decisions about the proposed route, these alternatives – the heart of impact assessment – are themselves devised in a subjective and non-spatial manner.

Keywords: Spatial multi-criteria assessment (SMCA); Linear infrastructure planning; Impact assessment; Via Baltica (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtrangeo.2008.04.010

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