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One of our most carbon-intensive activities is our use of transportation. Vehicles powered by fossil fuels emit carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases which contribute to climate change. Since most of our electricity in B.C. is produced by hydro generation (which does not produce greenhouse gases), making a difference on climate change requires focusing on the way we get around, and our use of vehicles to transport goods.

Tips in this guide will help you think about your transportation options,and take steps towards a lighter footprint when you travel.

Business people walking to workWalk More
Getting out of the car and onto your feet is great for the environment, for your personal health, and the health of your community too.
Vancouver SkytrainSwitch to Transit
Opting for the bus, light rail, or other public transit even part of the time goes a long way to reducing your greenhouse gas emissions and saving energy.
red stainless steel bottleReduce Personal Automobile Use
At first, reducing your use takes some planning and effort – but it delivers benefits in terms of health, costs, and cutting your energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
vegetarian business lunchKeep Your Car Tuned
Keeping your car tuned can make a big difference on how much gas you use. With a few easy steps, you can save more than 15% on your fuel bills, and reduce your impact on the environment too.
office yogaChoose an Efficient Vehicle
Choosing a vehicle that is as efficient as possible not only reduces your environmental impact, it saves you money over time as well.
office yogaAdopt Efficient Driving Habits
The way you drive makes a big difference in your fuel consumption, the wear and tear on your car, and your greenhouse gas emissions.
office yogaJoin or Start a Car-Sharing Network
Car-sharing networks offer the advantage of being able to use a car when you need one, while sharing the costs with others. You save money, and help reduce the environmental impact of cars.
office yogaJoin or Start a Ride-Share
Sharing a ride is a way to instantly reduce your carbon footprint while travelling by car – the more people in the car, the fewer emissions per person.
office yogaRide a Bike
Depending where you live, biking can be a year-round mode of transportation that is light on the environment and great for your health.
office yogaReduce Air Travel
Reducing air travel through thoughtful planning and use of other options makes a big difference in saving energy and reducing global warming.
office yogaSlow Down
Deciding to slow down and travel less far, less fast, less frequently helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It can also reduce stress, add to family time, and enrich a sense of community.
office yogaConsider Where You Live
In mixed-use developments and dense communities, services, shops, recreation, entertainment and jobs are located close together. This offers residents to reduce their dependence on a personal car.

Last Modified: Sep 2, 2010

 

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