Implementing a high speed rail throughout the United States could provide US citizens with solutions for transportation and a wide range of advantages. As America faces a variety of energy challenges, here are some of the ways that high speed rail could provide benefits to all Americans.

Job Creation

Building a high speed rail could lead to hundreds of thousands of jobs across the USA. Every $1 billion invested in high speed rail accounts for 24,000 jobs in the USA. Sparking job creation and improving local economies could all be done through high speed rail investment.

Economic Benefits

Investments into high speed rail also leads to new economic activity. Upgrading passenger applications ensures that regions can see stimulus from business growth, convenient housing for commuters and more.

Improves Traffic

High speed rail improves productivity, reduces congestion and more. Congestion on the roads in the USA accounts for nearly $140 billion in lost time each year. The US is only growing in its population and this is leading to many highways unable to keep up with demands during an average commute.

Improves Versatility In Travel

Having a high speed rail will improve tourism and versatility in travel. High speed rail could help people explore more of the USA and reduce its dependence on other forms of travel to get to one area.

Improvement To Emissions

New high speed rail systems are efficient. Having more options for travel ensures that emissions can be reduced throughout the USA and we can work to reduce carbon emissions while conserving fossil fuels.

This post was written by Justin Tidd, Director at Swartz Engineering. For nearly a half a century, Swartz Engineering has been at the forefront of industry safety. They are a family-owned company specializing in power distribution for the electrical industry. They are the leading manufacturer of E house substations. Our design ensures maximum flexibility for excellent reliability and a high return on investment.