Posts Tagged ‘car’

Greener future = fewer cars

Posted in General, Travel on April 21st, 2009 by Wayne C – Be the first to comment

Changing from a car to public transport or a bike (or walking) has great benefits for the environment and for your health. And as we move to a greener future, we’re going to be using cars less often – it’s time to get the best alternatives organised.

via Greener future = fewer cars | G-Online, the best of green.

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Car-free families

Posted in General, Travel on April 13th, 2009 by Julie – Be the first to comment

Some families are completely car-free, relying instead on buses, trains, biking and walking. Could you do it?

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What are the benefits of reducing car travel?

Posted in Travel on April 6th, 2009 by Julie – Be the first to comment

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a great reason to ditch your car for a day. But what other benefits are there for us?

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We’re back with a new challenge! Leave your car at home and try an alternative

Posted in General on March 24th, 2009 by Julie – Be the first to comment

We’re back with a new challenge! This time it’s ditching the car once a week. It’s a great way to explore your alternatives – train, bus, bike, your own feet.

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How green is your car?

Posted in Earth Hour, Helpful Hints on March 23rd, 2009 by Wayne C – Be the first to comment

With the growing awareness of the environmental effects of greenhouse gases, a visit to the Green Vehicle Guide to rate your current car (based on greenhouse and air pollution emissions) against the newer more efficient models might prove an eye opener. When looking at trading in the old car for a cleaner, greener model, an ever increasing number of people are looking at innovation in alternative fuel sources. One such innovation is Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD).

via News – Earth Hour Australia.

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