Driving Alternatives
Biking or Walking
Why is Biking or Walking a Good Alternative to Driving?
Biking or walking to work is a great way to reduce your impact on the environment. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is a green-house gas that contributes to global warming, and for every 1 gallon of gasoline burned 20 pounds of carbon dioxide are released into the atmosphere. That means that if you bike or walk 20 miles a week instead of driving, you are reducing your global warming CO2 emissions by 1040 pounds a year!
How To Get Involved
Many cities around the US are constructing bike friendly lanes on city streets, making it easier and safer to bike to work. Some cities are also implementing a bike share program, in which many individuals can use a bike for short term periods of time. This way many people can have access to bicycles without having the added expense of purchasing or storing one. To find a bike share in near you visit BCycle or consult Metro Bike to start a bike-sharing program in your community! By using these emission free modes of transportation you are also saving money, improving your health, and enhancing the air quality. Visit the Bike to Work Calculator to see how much biking can reduce your own carbon footprint!