Transportation
9 things you can do to Green Your Transportation
By reducing travel, you'll save money and curb your total travel emissions. But, if must get there, consider some of the tips below to minimize your trip’s environmental impact—both on the ground and in the sky.
Take public transportation
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Avoid unsavory carbon dioxide emissions and consume less oil by taking the bus or subway to meet your next dinner date.
Choose a hybrid car
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Not just driven by virtuous celebrities high up in the Hollywood Hills, these increasingly accepted autos sip (rather than guzzle) gas with the aid of an electric motor that emits less greenhouse gases and saves you money as you go.
Allow employees to telecommute
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As an added benefit to those working for you, employees will save money on gas and parking, as well as on transit passes.
Carpool instead of driving solo
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Carpooling offers more than just a shared ride--it reduces carbon dioxide emissions, saves you money and lightens the traffic load on roads.
Travel by train or bus
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Avoid the long security lines at the airport and book a ticket on a train or intercity bus. Your trip will leave a lower carbon footprint and you might even enjoy the slower pace.
Use teleconferencing services
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Sophisticated teleconferencing services let you attend meetings around the globe without leaving your office. An easy way to cut your carbon footprint.
Fly on airlines with sustainable policies and practices
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Ask airlines what they do to address climate change. From recycling to carbon offsets, some airlines are promoting policies that mitigate air travel’s environmental impacts. Find out if your frequent flyer miles are flying green!
Maintain your car
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Ensure your car operates at peak gas efficiency when logging those business miles by getting regular tune-ups, etc.
Take a sustainable vacation
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Wherever you wander (down city streets or jungle paths), sustainable travel ensures that you minimize your eco-footprint while also protecting local cultures and economies.
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