Tackle air pollution and pave the way for a sustainable transportation future with:
● Green transportation options such as biking, public transit, carpooling, and electric vehicles.
● Local resources to support your sustainable transportation journey.
California is home to 7 of the top 10 U.S. cities with the worst air pollution, but collectively, we have the power to create change.
The transportation sector is the biggest contributor to California’s greenhouse gas emissions, and most of these emissions come from single passenger vehicles. Sustainable transportation choices are available no matter the distance of your commute or your lifestyle. Small changes help create a safer and healthier future for yourself, and your community.
If you want to make your personal transportation more sustainable, there’s a whole menu of choices available. We encourage you to mix and match these options to find a strategy that works for you!
Biking
Biking cuts down on transportation costs and reduces emissions. Discover bike routes in your area to plan your commute. If you live in a hilly area, invest in an e-bike for a sustainable, fast, and easy commute. When purchasing a bike, consider supporting local businesses like Les vélos de Mike ou La nouvelle roue qui fonctionnent avec 100% d'énergie renouvelable.
Transports publics
If you commute 20 miles per day, you can reduce your annual CO2 de plus de 48 000 livres by using public transit. The Bay Area offers many options, including BART, bus, ferry, and paratransit. Use an online commuter tool to find routes near you.
Covoiturage
Carpooling reduces the number of vehicles on the road, lowering emissions and reducing traffic. You can save on gas, maintenance, and parking fees and shorten your commute by reducing traffic and using HOV lanes. 511 SF Bay can help connect you with other carpoolers heading in your direction.
Véhicules électriques (VE)
EVs are an effective option for those who need the additional flexibility of a car, but are still committed to lowering emissions. Check out an Calculateur d'économies sur les VE to compare models and find a vehicle that matches your budget and lifestyle. See if you qualify for EV Instant Rebate de MCE for up to $3,500 off the purchase or lease of a qualifying EV.
Local Resources to Support Your Journey
- 511 Contra Costa met les navetteurs en contact avec une variété de mesures incitatives locales disponibles pour le vélo, la marche, les transports publics et le covoiturage. Son programme de retour garanti à la maison rembourse également les navetteurs qui ont besoin d'un moyen de transport en cas d'imprévu, comme une maladie ou l'absence d'un covoiturage.
- Trajets en Marin met en relation les résidents et les navetteurs qui se rendent dans le comté de Marin ou en reviennent avec des options de transport durable telles que les véhicules électriques et les transports publics. Ils proposent même des conseils pour encourager un télétravail sain et productif.
- V-Commute is a Napa-based organization that encourages alternative forms of transportation by connecting commuters to local programs such as The Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program.
- Solano Mobilité aide les habitants à trouver des solutions de transport plus durables. Solano Mobility contribue également à garantir des options de transport sûres et saines en proposant des programmes spécialisés pour les personnes âgées, les personnes handicapées et les étudiants.
