Greening Traffic: Environmental Benefits of Aroma Circle Palanpur

Abstract: This study investigates the environmental benefits of sustainable traffic management strategies in Aroma Circle, Palanpur, utilizing microsimulation modeling. Existing traffic patterns and environmental impacts (air pollution, noise pollution, fuel consumption) are analyzed. Alternative scenarios optimized for signal timing, lane management, and public transportation enhancement are simulated using VISSIM.
Results reveal significant environmental benefits: 21.5% reduction in CO2 emissions, 18.2% decrease in noise pollution, 12.1% improvement in air quality, and 15.6% increase in traffic efficiency. Policy recommendations include optimizing signal timing, dynamic lane management, enhancing public transportation, and promoting alternative modes.
This research demonstrates microsimulation's effectiveness in evaluating sustainable traffic management strategies' environmental benefits. The findings highlight potential reductions in pollution and fuel consumption, contributing to improved quality of life. Integrating environmental considerations into traffic management decisions is emphasized.
The study's implications extend to urban planning, transportation policy, and environmental sustainability. By quantifying environmental benefits, this research informs data-driven decision-making. Future research directions include exploring additional sustainable strategies and applying microsimulation to other urban contexts.
The methodology's transferability enables its application to similar urban environments. This study contributes to the development of more sustainable and environmentally conscious transportation systems. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, urban planners, and transportation engineers seeking to mitigate the adverse environmental impacts of traffic congestion.