Living More Sustainably: Walk Where You Can or Take the Bus

Raleigh third-grade student Levi knows that everyone can take steps to live sustainably. One way is to find a means of getting around other than a car, such as walking or taking the bus. Transportation is the top source of greenhouse gas emissions in Raleigh (along with other U.S. cities), so we can make a significant impact by driving less.

Look for opportunities where you do not have to drive. When possible, walk, bike, or scooter to your destination. These options can also get you moving, which is better for your physical and mental health than sitting in a car. You can also carpool if you are going to the same destination as your neighbors. If you are running errands, try to see how many you can do in one shopping center.

“In our family, we try to walk to run errands when they are close by and we know we don’t need to carry much home,” said Levi. 

Take the Bus!

Another great option for a low-carbon-emitting and climate-friendly form of transportation is to take the bus. The City of Raleigh is continuing to create a more extensive and frequent GoRaleigh bus system.

The GoRaleigh buses were the first in the region to run on compressed natural gas. The City’s fleet also includes electric buses, which greatly reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. Raleigh is leading the way in adopting the cleanest fuels available to serve our large and growing city. See more below about the transition to renewable compressed natural gas that is sourced from our wastewater!