Mobility

Accounting for approximately 41% of the state's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2021 — our largest single source — vehicle emissions have a significant environmental impact on Georgia. By replacing 250,000 gasoline-powered vehicles with electric ones by 2030, emissions could be reduced by 1 million metric tons. Moreover, addressing diesel fuel consumption among the state's 400,000 registered medium and heavy-duty trucks involves strategies like enhancing fuel efficiency and implementing smarter routing to reduce overall vehicle miles. A 10% reduction in diesel fuel use alone in these trucks could result in a significant emissions reduction by 2030. The Drawdown Georgia Business Compact invites businesses to actively participate in these initiatives, fostering a collaborative effort to achieving substantial transportation emissions reductions. 

In addition to switching to low or zero-carbon vehicles, investment in mass transit has the potential to cut emissions by 1 million metric tons. By deploying safe bike paths and promoting teleworking opportunities, we can eliminate 2.5% of vehicle miles traveled by 2030, resulting in a reduction of 1 million metric tons in emissions. The Drawdown Georgia Business Compact encourages businesses to embrace and advocate for these transit-oriented and alternative mobility solutions, positioning them as essential to the state's emission reduction goals and the creation of more sustainable communities. 

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