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John T Ribolzi, Vice President, Community Car
SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH CARSHARING
WHY DRIVE LESS?
Personal use of cars and light trucks is the single most environmentally
damaging consumer behavior.- Union of Concerned
Scientists
WHY DRIVE LESS?
29.9% greenhouse gas emissions from transportation
For every mile you drive, you emit 1 lb. of CO2
WHY DRIVE LESS?
Traffic Congestion
Parking Demand
Cost of Individual Ownership
WHY DRIVE LESS?
AAA’s 2008 average cost of car ownership:
$676 per month
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
The average carshare member drives 50% less upon joining.
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
1. Reduces CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Conserves precious green space
3. Improves your health and quality of life
4. Saves you $$$
Why is driving less important?
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
1. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
2. CONSERVE GREEN SPACE
The average car is parked 95% of it’s life
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
3. IMPROVE HEALTH
Exercise regularly
Enjoy the outdoors
Socialize
Reduce stress
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
4. SAVE MONEY18% of average household budget
57% of members avoid the purchase of a car
22% of members sell a car upon joining
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
Join Community Car for just $25
Reserve a car online or via telephone
Use a key fob to access the car at a reserved spot
Drive to your destination
Return the car to the same reserved spot
Pay monthly for the hours you drive
How does Community Car Work?
OWN LESS, LIVE MORE
18 cars, minivans, truck and convertible50% of fleet - hybrid vehicles
THANK YOU