The times are turbulent in the present day, and our planet Earth is suffering because of it. Centuries of irresponsible plundering of natural resources and careless dumping of waste have taken its toll. Fortunately, it seems like the conscience of society is evolving. With the tremendous efforts of corporations and individuals alike to "go green", we will now be able to correct the bad habits that we have developed as a species, and rehabilitate the earth before it is too late. If you want to be a part of the "Go Green" movement, there are countless ways to get involved. Today I want to focus on one of the biggest ways in which an individual can amend his/her daily routine in order to accomodate the sancity of our planet. It is known as the "green" commute.
What is a "green" commute, you ask? A "green" commute is any alternative to a traditional method of getting to work which reduces your carbon footprint, thus decreasing the amount of damage that you do to the atmosphere and the planet. The reason why it is so important for everyone to implement a green commute is because the act of commuting is common practice for anyone who is part of the workforce. In order to create the greatest positive change for the environment, we want to target systems which are universal in our society. So, if humans make the collective decision to create greener commutes, it would have a tremendous impact towards restoring the health of the earth. Now, lets explore several "green" alternatives to the method of transportation that you may be using now:
Drive an Eco-friendly automobile. There have been some incredible developments in the auto industry lately to perfect the low carbon-emission vehicle. Some automobiles now run completely on electricity, while others are considered "hybrids", meaning they are powered by both electricity and gas. The vehicle that immediately comes to mind here is the Toyota Prius. The Prius is a full-hybrid electric vehicle which was developed by Toyota in an attempt to increase fuel economy and lower our dependence on oil. Driving this car is a fantastic way to create a greener commute for your daily travels to work. In some states, drivers of eco-friendly vehicles are handsomely rewarded with the right to drive in a special lane that is reserved for green drivers only. Drivers in California can save the planet while cutting down on their commute time! Its a win-win situation. And of course, as you cruise to work in your new hybrid or electric car, you can enjoy your morning beverage out of a promotional eco-friendly mug.
Get into a carpool. Carpooling is a wonderful way to create a "green" commute for your daily travels. There are quite a few perks for those who utilize a carpooling strategy. Not only do you save a ton of money, but you drastically cut down on the cumulative carbon footprint of you and your fellow carpoolers. Once again, you get the added benefit of cruising home in the HOV lane while people who drive to work alone get steaming mad in bumper-to-bumper traffic. Of course it is not always feasible to get into a carpool for commuter purposes, so don't feel guilty if this method is not the right fit for you. However, you should definitely consider one of the other eco-friendly alternatives listed in this post.
Ride your bicycle. This is by far the most environmentally sound way to get to and from your place of work. Unfortunately, it is also the least convenient method, and so it should be reserved for city-dwellers. However, if you live in the suburbs and you want to hop on your bike, go for it by all means. The beauty of this method of transportation is two-fold: you prevent any pollution to the earth whatsoever AND you get into shape! While you pedal that bike to your job, make sure you stay hydrated. Keep some water handy in one of our promotional eco-friendly sports bottles.
Walk. Cities like New York have already taken a number of steps towards making the city easier to navigate for commuters on foot, so walking is definitely encouraged. This also reduces the congestion of traffic in midtown which will drastically cut down on carbon emissions. If you are walking to work, you are going to need a quality backpack or messenger bag to carry all your papers and personal belongings. Try one of our promotional eco-friendly bags on for size!
The more we explore the different eco-friendly ways to get to work, the more it seems like a no-brainer. Taking the necessary steps to make your commute "green" is a wonderful way to contribute to the environmental awareness of the 21st century. You reduce your carbon footprint, increase the quality of your health, and reap the benefits of all the "green" commute incentives. And hey, you lower the profits of the big oil companies which is always an added bonus. Now you can call yourself an environmentalist. Help the planet breathe and restore its natural beauty; your karma will go through the roof!
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