Low-Carbon Mobility
How We Get Around Matters
While there are some trips we can avoid altogether, we all still need to get around. Currently, the majority (55%) of Charlottesville residents commute to work by driving alone.
Transportation options such as public transit and carpooling reduce the energy required per person by serving many people with one trip. Others - walking, biking, and working from home - use no transportation fuels at all. Adding these travel alternatives to your routine even one day a week results in big changes to GHG emissions over time.
Electric Vehicle Transition
Locate EV Charging Stations Near You
Electrifying our vehicles such as cars, buses, and bicycles enables us to make the switch to a low-GHG fuel source, which becomes carbon-free when paired with renewable energy. EVs are able to be powered by 100% renewable energy, are better for air quality in urban environments due to the zero-tailpipe emissions, reduce road and traffic noise, are less expensive to fuel than gasoline vehicles, and require less maintenance.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common, both as new and used vehicles. In fact, the number of EVs registered in Charlottesville has increased 40% since 2008. Use the Station Locator to find an EV charging station near you. View the PlugShare map and explore the advanced filtering options by your vehicle's plug type. Create an account to plan your trip today!
What You Can Do
Get Around Charlottesville Sustainably
