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Drive Less, Reduce Carbon Emissions
 Your car emits nearly 20 pounds of carbon dioxide for every gallon of gasoline it uses. (Source: EPA) Every time you don't have to drive, you are saving on emissions.
If you drive your car 15 miles less each week, 900 pounds of carbon will be saved annually. (Source: Globalgreen.org)
Riding public transit is one of the best ways to reduce your carbon footprint!
Biking is Great Exercise
Learn about the health benefits of biking here. Don't let cold weather discourage you. For a comprehensive "How-To" guide to winter biking, visit Alaska All Season Cycling.
According to WorldWatch Institute, a four-mile round trip bike ride keeps about 15 pounds of pollutants out of the air.
Anchorage
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Carpool! Enjoy riding to work with others. To sign up, call the Share-A-Ride phone line, 907.562.7665, or visit the Share a Ride website.
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Ride the bus! The People Mover automated phone system gives route information and times, and you can also speak to operators for additional assistance: 907.343.6543. Maps and timetables are available online.
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Walk, ski or ride your bike! The Municipality of Anchorage boasts an award-winning trail system suitable for all sorts of emission-free transportation: skiing, running , biking, walking, horseback riding, hiking, roller blading, dog mushing and skijoring. The Parks and Recreation Department maintains an online Anchorage Trails Mapbook.
Fairbanks
 Ride the bus! Riding the MACS Transit System (Metropolitan Area Commuter System) is a simple way to save money and reduce your carbon footprint. For more information call 907.459.1011.- Walk or ride your bike! Visit the Fairbanks Cycling Club's page of commuting tips.
Juneau
Kenai Peninsula
- Central Area Rural Transit System (CARTS) is a transportation brokerage service for the communities of Kenai, Soldotna, Sterling, Nikiski and Kasilof, and all points in between. Schedule a ride online or call 907.262.8900.
- If CARTS service is not available in your area, visit the Sustainable Homer Transportation webpage for ideas on alternative transportation and carpooling.
- Walk or ride your bike! This page has information on the Peninsula bike club.
Ketchikan
Mat-Su Borough
- Ride the bus! The schedule is available on the MASCOT website. MASCOT can also schedule pick-ups 24 hours in advance for out-of-the way places. Call for more information: 907.376.5000.
- Carpool and enjoy riding to work with others! Share a Ride website with basic info.
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