NYC congestion pricing cuts air pollution by a fifth in six months
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- New York City's congestion pricing reduced Manhattan's air pollution by 22% in six months.
- PM2.5 levels dropped by 3.05 µg/m³ in the Congestion Relief Zone (CRZ).
- Air quality improved across all five boroughs and the broader metro area.
- Traffic entries into the toll zone fell by 11%, with trucks declining by 18%.
- The benefits grew stronger over time as drivers adapted behavior.
- New York's results surpassed similar programs in Stockholm and London.
- Other U.S. cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles are considering congestion pricing.
- Researchers highlighted public health benefits and reduced smog from cleaner transportation choices.