Buses, Trains, Subway, Oh my

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 10:52:29 -0700

Among our American climate heroes is the mass transit user. Public transportation riders in the US save 855 million gallons of gasoline per year, for an 8.5 million ton reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to if they drove. In America's 85 largest urban areas, public transportation prevented 1.1 billion hours in time lost to traffic jams. The riders themselves can save even more -- hundreds or even thousands of dollars in driving and parking costs, and for some even the cost of an entire car.

Bike to Basics

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 13:06:34 -0700

If the complexity of solving climate change starts to overwhelm you even a little, it's time to climb on your bike. There's nothing like being outside, getting some exercise to clear the mind. Bicycles are also a fundamental tool for reducing your carbon debt. And we know you haven't forgotten how to ride.

Take the fast lane

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:22:13 -0700

Next time you're stuck in traffic, visually subtract every fourth car. Breathing easier? Now remove every third car and you're practically home already. That's that magic of carpooling.

It will take a bit of effort for carpooling to reach that level of market penetration, but it's among the most efficient solutions out there for cutting back on drive-time emissions. According to 2000 data, 97 million Americans drive alone to work, while 14 million carpool at least a couple of days a week.