Congestion Pricing
Basics
Opinion: Blame GOP, Not Democrats, for Less-Than-Robust Climate Bill
Our regular contributor goes after people who suggest that Democrats bear all the blame for climate change.
August 2, 2022
Congestion Pricing Takes a Step Forward … But Also Gets Pushed Back Another Month
New York's transit agency is slowly moving ahead with a toll plan that could change life in every city in America.
July 28, 2022
Could Bogota’s Model for Congestion Pricing Work in the U.S.?
A congestion-pricing project in one of South America’s most congested cities could emerge as a possible solution in U.S. cities eying similar traffic management solutions.
July 15, 2022
NYC Congestion Pricing Moves Ahead as MTA Answers Feds’ 400 Technical Questions
Well, that's one roadblock lifted.
June 30, 2022
MTA Boss: Feds’ Extensive Technical Questions Are Delaying Congestion Pricing
How many questions must the MTA face before they can put in a toll?
May 27, 2022
OPINION: The Cost of ‘Free’ Parking is Dirty Streets and Foul Air
Our policy of forcing cars to move for street cleaning has many hidden costs, most notably the environmental effects of trading clean streets for polluted air.
March 21, 2022
London Imposes $16/Day Fee on Dirtiest Cars, And Sparks Debate Across the Pond
Mayor Sadiq Khan leads again. Will the U.S. follow?
March 10, 2022
OPINION: The Congestion Pricing Toll Really Should Be $80
The higher price will ensure maximum benefits for our entire society, including drivers.
January 27, 2022
Op-Ed: Congestion Pricing Can Be Equitable, If Done Right
Congestion pricing is a strategy that charges drivers more for using road space during peak demand times. It’s an idea with many potential benefits, from reducing traffic to improving the environment.
January 6, 2022
Reality check: You can’t solve congestion by widening roads – invest in transit instead
Yes, driving to work in Chicagoland is terrible, but more lanes aren't the answer. We need faster, more frequent, and more reliable CTA and Metra service.
December 9, 2021
