Roadmap Transport

This is the biggest single contribution to carbon emissions for most households at 34%. We like flying overseas for holidays and the convenience of taking the car but if we can reduce our use of private, fossil-fuel driven vehicles and choose public transport (eg buses, trains, ferries) or even better walk or cycle, we can quickly reduce our emissions footprint.

Explore the checklist to find out more.

Roadmap-To-Zero logo Transport Checklist
  • Limit car use as much as you can. Walk, cycle or use public transport instead
  • If you can only reach your place of work by car, consider setting up a carpool
  • Purchase carbon credits to offset your car’s emissions
  • Replace a face to face meeting with a virtual meeting online
  • Limit your flights. Holiday locally and buy carbon offsets if you must fly
  • Pack as light as possible when you travel. (More weight = more energy/emissions.)
  • Next time you purchase a car, invest in an electric vehicle.
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  • Enrol with a car share scheme rather than buying a second car
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