Eco-friendly Travel Tips
Become an eco-warrior—even when you’re on the go.
Transportation is the second biggest contributor of greenhouse gases after electricity generation in the United States. Make sure you’re treading lightly by reducing the impact of your transportation.
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Fly less
Airplanes create more pollution than automobiles typically do. Before you book that flight, ask yourself if a videoconference or Skype meeting will suffice. If you do have to fly, choose nonstop flights whenever possible and pack light to help reduce CO2 emissions.
Maintain your vehicle
Improve your car’s fuel efficiency by keeping your tires at the right pressure level and getting regularly scheduled maintenance like inspections and oil changes.
Pick up litter
It doesn’t take much to leave a space better than we found it. If you see some litter on the ground during your travels, take a second to toss it in a trash or recycle bin.
Be an eco-savvy hotel guest
When staying in a hotel, energy conservation still matters. Pretend you’re at home and turn off the lights, television and AC whenever you leave the room for an extended period of time.
Use public transit or carpool
Fewer cars on the road mean less carbon emissions, cleaner air and a reduced dependence on oil. Taking the bus or train or sharing a ride with a friend just once or twice a week can make a big difference.
Walk or bike
If you’re going a relatively short distance, make it a zero-carbon trip by walking or riding your bike. Added benefit: You’ll burn a few calories along the way.
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