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Tree Hugging Family - Living Green

January 25th, 2008

One Solutions to Car Problems (part 2: Bikes)

So, yesterday we looked at location based solutions to emissions, traffic, and the other eco-problems that cars present. Today another solution.
Bikes:
Bikes are an obvious solution to many of the problems that cars create. On the pro-side, bikes are a healthy, low-cost, and quick way to move through traffic. The downside; if you live in the […]

By Jennifer -- 2 comments

January 24th, 2008

Some Solutions to Car Problems (part 1)

Well, I said I’d post this yesterday and then guess what? I fell asleep at 9pm (which never happens). I think I’m fighting off a cold. Sorry about that. Still, I’m here now…
Congestion pricing:
In the comments of my post, The Problem With Cars yesterday, Susan noted that congestion pricing is a good solution. It is, […]

By Jennifer -- 1 comment

January 23rd, 2008

The Problem With Cars

Cars are problematic. According to the Worldwatch Institute, there’s an average of 1 car per 12 people worldwide - except in the US, where the average is 1 car per 2 people. The EPA notes that every twenty years the amount of vehicle travel doubles. It’s a little out of hand. Suburban sprawl, working far […]

By Jennifer -- 2 comments