Travelling
Emissions from transport are the
fastest growing contributor to climate change. By the year 2025 the number
of cars on the roads is expected to double - reaching 40 million. Today 58
per cent of our car trips are under 5 miles and 25 per cent are less than
2 miles. (Source: National Travel Survey)
Public transport
- Walk, cycle or use public transport
rather than a car whenever possible - it's good for the environment and
healthier for you!
- If public transport in your
area is inadequate, contact your local authority and M
- Car drivers
Car share whenever possible, especially for daily journeys such as going
to work and school runs
- Drive smoothly and in the highest
gear possible to reduce exhaust emissions
- Turn off the engine if you are
going to be stationary for more than two minutes
- Drive off as soon as you start
the engine - leaving it warming up on the drive creates pollution and mechanical
wear
- Don't carry unnecessary loads
- extra weight adds to your fuel consumption
Join the Environmental Transport Association (ETA), 01932 828882 if you
need a breakdown service.
- When buying a new car make fuel
efficiency your first consideration. The Environmental Transport Association
(ETA) on 01932 828882 can offer advice on the relative environmental merits
of most cars, as can the Vehicle Certification Agency, 0117 951 5151
