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One of the best ways to decrease harbor congestion and air pollution is to use trains rather than trucks to move cargo. That is why we support the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) proposal to build a rail terminal a short hop from the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.
- Long Beach Press-Telegram editorial
May 10, 2007
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The proposed Southern California International Gateway (SCIG) facility will improve the efficiency of cargo transfer from ports to customers and allow shippers to take advantage of more efficient truck-rail transportation, since rail is the most environmentally friendly way to move freight over land.
SCIG will also use the latest, proven state-of-the-art and environmentally-friendly technology available while increasing the use of the Alameda Corridor, and eliminating millions of truck miles annually from the 710 and other local freeways, reducing congestion and improving traffic safety. The project will also improve air quality through the use of environmentally-friendly technology, decreased emissions from fewer trucks and more efficient cleaner-burning locomotives.
In response to community feedback and as part of its commitment to green growth, BNSF has recently announced the following SCIG enhancements:
- Clean truck fleet
- Specified truck routes, GPS enforced
- Jobs and workforce training
- Soundwall
- Urban forest
SCIG will maximize the benefits of rail, while helping the ports accommodate the increasing amount of cargo and generate additional trade revenue for California and the nation.
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