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Getting on Track: Record Transit Ridership Increases Energy Independence
This report by Environment America, “details the dramatic growth of public transportation in 2008, and the corresponding energy and environmental benefits.

By 3lane, September 22, 2009

environmentamerica.org/" target="_self" style="font-size: 1.25rem; margin-right: 4px; margin-left: 4px;">Environment America, “details the dramatic growth of public transportation in 2008, and the corresponding energy and environmental benefits. These details are viewed in light of fewer miles driven in most states last year. It also documents transit growth across the country continuing into this year, highlights future potential benefits and outlines ways to improve the state of public transportation.”

Click here to download “Getting on Track: Record Transit Ridership Increases Energy Independence” (PDF)

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