Environmental impacts induced by the metro operation
Most of the identified impacts during the operation of the metro are positive and provide long-term benefits.
Will the metro project help to improve the current state of the environment in the city of Damascus?
Yes, it will because:
- It will operate on electricity and hence will not pollute the air in Damascus.
- It will produce lower noise levels than a busy street since most of the rail network will be situated underground, and on viaducts in the central median of wide roads.
- It will reduce traffic congestion in the city as it will offer a very attractive alternative to cars, buses, microbuses and taxis because it is safer and because it provides faster journey times.
- It will improve the visual effects of the city due to the construction of new and attractive stations and viaducts along the proposed corridor.
Damascus metro is a safer transport alternative
Overall, metro operation is not expected to have any significant negative impacts on the environment. On the contrary, it is expected to improve the current status of the environment within the city of Damascus, and it will help to improve the overall quality of life in the city.