The Region aims to prioritize walking, biking, and transit for sustainable and inclusive transportation, promoting health, reducing congestion, and supporting local businesses. Initiatives such as electrifying transportation and transitioning municipal fleets to electric vehicles can help achieve both emission reductions and sustainable development.
Pathway
Sustainable Transportation
On-road transportation emissions totaled 37% of the Region’s total, which is mainly attributed to gasoline powered cars and trucks. Achieving Durham's emission targets requires shifting to more sustainable modes of transportation by supporting walking, cycling, public transit, and adoption of EVs.
Common Measure
Common Measures
Active Transportation
Active transportation includes walking and cycling, which plays a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and fostering healthy communities.
Public Transit
Expanding public transit and improving transit infrastructure will help reduce dependence on carbon-based vehicular transportation, and in turn help reduce emissions.
Vehicle Electrification
Electrification of vehicles - including transit, commercial and personal vehicles will help reduce emissions and improve air quality.