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Assessing the impact of loading-unloading zones in emerging markets: Evidence from Mexico
Mora-Quiñones,Camilo Fransoo,Jan C. Velázquez Martínez,Josué C. Escamilla,Rafael Cárdenas-Barrón,Leopoldo Eduardo
Mora-Quiñones,Camilo
Fransoo,Jan C.
Velázquez Martínez,Josué C.
Escamilla,Rafael
Cárdenas-Barrón,Leopoldo Eduardo
Abstract
We investigate the impact of dedicated loading–unloading zones (LUZs) in emerging markets, focusing on their effects on air quality and noise pollution. We conduct a field experiment in downtown area of Zapopan, Mexico. We use a quasi-experimental difference-in-difference approach to analyze changes in air quality and noise pollution before and after implementing the dedicated LUZs. The results indicate a significant reduction of up to 3.55% in CO 2 levels in the mornings and a 14% decrease in noise following the establishment of LUZs. Moreover, insights into the composition of companies involved in last-mile distributions reveals a predominant reliance on micro and small businesses, often utilizing personal vehicles for cargo transport, with a significant portion of freight vehicles being over a decade old. We contribute to the existing literature by providing evidence of the impact of LUZs on mitigating negative externalities associated with last-mile operations, particularly in a developing city.
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Publisher Copyright: © 2024 Elsevier Ltd
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2024-12
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emerging markets, Field experiment, loading-unloading zones, last-mile logistics, SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 13 - Climate Action
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Mora-Quiñones, C, Fransoo, J C, Velázquez Martínez, J C, Escamilla, R & Cárdenas-Barrón, L E 2024, 'Assessing the impact of loading-unloading zones in emerging markets: Evidence from Mexico', Transportation Research Part D-Transport and Environment, vol. 137, 104486. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trd.2024.104486