However, I've come to the realization that saving money on gas and making some small sacrifices can go a long way, not only for the wallet, but for the environment as well. Here are some quick tips on how to reduce your spending for gasoline, as well as reducing your carbon footprint:
1. Car Pool! HOV lanes, or how ever they're described in your neck of the woods. Utilize them! The less cars on the roads equal less traffic. Less traffic equals a shorter commute time. A shorter commute time equals less emissions. It's a win, win. Plus, you might sneak a quick nap if you're not the one driving!
2. Bicycle! Yes I said it. The good ol' bicycle. What was once a modern invention for transportation in the good ol' days is now just a recreation toy. However, more and more socialites and hipsters are riding around on these things to get to and from work. The beauty behind these bad boys: You don't have to worry about parking, you'll enjoy the work out, and you're lessening your carbon footprint.
3. Public transportation. Yes I know what I said earlier. But for some this is an absolute must, especially in crowded metro areas. However, if you live the burbs, then find out if your county has a rail system and then link that with local bus routes to reduce your footprint.
There's not a lot of scientific data to throw around here folks, just some plain old common sense. You will have to make some adjustments and sacrifices, but even once or twice a week can make a huge difference when you're looking to save money and help the environment on your daily commute. Until next time!
