PETERBOROUGH RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT
Many options exist for improving the sustainability of our transportation systems while improving quality of life and equity. Increasing shared transportation while decreasing use of single-occupancy vehicles significantly reduces the environmental impacts of transportation. This change also can improve equity in mobility.
Choices for Electric vehicles (EVs) and Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs) are rapidly growing with ~ 30 new EV models introduced in 2023. Along with the IRA Tax Incentives and factoring in either not using any gas in the case of EVs or greatly reducing the amount of gasoline you need to by when driving a hybrid EV you can save lots of money over time by switching from gas vehicles.
Alternative transportation modes like bicycles, eBikes, and scooters can also increase opportunities for exercise while reducing air pollution. Lastly, studies indicate that recent advances in electric vehicles, car-sharing technologies and the potential for self-driving vehicles underline a much more sustainable usage of car assets that could remove up to 90% of the vehicles from the streets while enhancing mobility options.
Electric Vehicles
Electric Bikes
Electric Scooters
Other Low Energy Options
Low-energy transportation options are modes of transportation that consume less energy compared to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. These options are often more environmentally friendly and can help reduce carbon emissions and dependence on non-renewable energy sources. Here are some examples of low-energy transportation options:
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