 Limiting
the dependence on your gas-guzzler will
bring benefits to both the earth and your
wallet. Other modes of transportation can
be fun, exciting, and speedy as well!
Take a look at these alternative options to
determine which modes of transportation you
could incorporate into your everyday life.
Walking
Walking may seem like the obvious
alternative to driving, but it's one that
isn't enacted very often because
destinations may seem too far in today's
fast-paced world. The biggest
burden to walking, though, isn't money or
energy - it's time. If you learn to make the
time and consider the added benefits of
walking, you may just change your mind about
this alternative method of transportation.
Carpooling
Carpooling is a cost-efficient way to commute
and park on campus. Sharing a ride with a
co-worker can save on gas, vehicle maintenance
and parking costs, and lessens traffic
congestion and pollution.
Public
Transportation
Riding the bus,
subway or other public form of transportation
relieves traffic congestion and lessens emissions
by reducing single driver vehicles on the
road. You pay your fare and the gas,
maintenance, and driver are included.
Let someone else do the driving while you catch
up on some reading or relaxation on the ride
over!
Bicycle
You've been pedaling around since the age of
eight, but with the rising concern of increased
carbon offsets associated with cars (not to
mention the ever-rising cost of crude oil) this
could be the time to switch back from four
wheels to two. The maintenance is a lot cheaper
too and think of the physical benefits!
Scoot It
When it comes to scooters, you have more options
than you may think. Models range from stand-up
to sit-down designs, inexpensive or costly, and
fast or faster. So whether you're looking
for a motorized way to aid your walking, or an
eco-friendly vehicle that resembles a
motorcycle, a scooter might be the greener
option you've been waiting for.
All Electric
You may think that golf carts belong on the golf
course, but more and more companies and
communities are finding uses for these miniature
movers. There are a variety of all electric
vehicles that are now street legal and
affordable! Scooting around town in one of these
almost feels like an amusement park ride that
you can control, not to mention you don't have
to feel guilty about letting it idle!
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