A recent New York Times climate forward email discussed the result on greenhouse gas emissions if everyone in the US reduced the number of miles traveled in their cars. In 2017, light-duty vehicles in the US (cars, SUVs, pickups, etc.) produced about one-fifth of the country’s total emissions footprint. The email suggested that if each person reduced the number of miles they drive each year by 10 percent, the result would be similar to taking 28 coal-fired power plants offline for a year. The article also pointed out that more than one-third of all car trips are less than two miles. In many areas of the US, it isn’t practical to live without a car, as public transportation options are not available and distances to work and school are farther than practical walking distance. However, you can reduce how many miles you drive your car. Here are some ideas for reducing the use of your car:
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