Increased public investment in public transportation would strengthen the economy, create jobs, reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, and save energy.
Public transportation remains a favorite of Americans and a plurality link increased investment in public transportation to enhanced quality of life. Fully, four-in-five (81%) agree that increased public investment in public transportation would strengthen the economy, create jobs, reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, and save energy. Recognition of public transportation quality of life benefits is consistent across locales.[More... ]
Cost of Agrofuels
The grain needed to fill up the tank of an SUV could feed a person for a year. Preserve Net
Cost of free transport
Ireland: A typical car-based commuter spends about €1,500 a year on fuel just getting to and from work.
Free transit has been implemented in some locations for a .6% increase in sales tax. One would have to spend €250,000 a year to pay in sales tax the €1,500 he/she is currently paying in fuel.
CFTE public transportation facts
A recent survey by Jones Lang LaSalle in its Property Futures publication found that 77 per cent of New Economy companies rated access to mass transit as an extremely important factor in selecting corporate locations. [more]
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