How to Use Eco-friendly Transportation Practices to Go Green
• When you are commuting to work or traveling on road trip, look for public transportation. Sharing rides with others reduces the number of vehicles on the road. This reduces vehicle emissions and conserves fuel energy. Car-pooling is an eco-friendly transportation practice – many counties and metros provide resources on car-pooling programs in their localities.
• Use a small car instead on an SUV for your transportation needs. Smaller vehicles give more mileage for every gallon of fuel. This saves gas considerably. Preferably drive a hybrid car which is more fuel efficient and has lesser toxic emissions relative to a conventional car. In an effort to become energy independent, the federal government provides tax incentives for buying hybrids.
• If more people opt for direct flights rather than itineraries with stop-overs in their flight travel, we may find air carriers reorganizing their schedules to support more direct flights to every destination. This will not only save us time but will also conserve massive amounts of energy that is used up in flight take-offs and landings.
• Service your car regularly. Change oil periodically and keep the filters clean. Keep your tire pressure at optimal levels. While driving accelerate gently and avoid abruptly braking. Avoid using the air
conditioner whenever possible…
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