May 2020
Sponsored by the American Lung Association – http://lung.org
Sponsored by the American Lung Association, May is National Clean Air Month! Celebrate and promote National Clean Air Month by encouraging people to take positive steps to improve the air quality, and to educate people about the impact that clean air has on all of our lives. To help promote this cause, you and friends can join in on a range of activities such as “Bike to Work day” or “Car Share Day”.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FACTS
Communities that invest in public transit reduce the nation’s carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons annually.
More than half of buses today are hybrid electric or powered by alternative fuels.
Riding the train emits 73% less CO2 than commuting by car.