Rochester Area Interfaith Climate Action
Transportation
Transportation is a big impact for Houses of Worship and Religious Institutions
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Transportation is responsible for 36% of of NYS Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, making it the largest source of emissions (greater than heating or electricity)
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Almost every congregation has a parking lot full of member vehicles and some Institutions have fleet vehicles
There are many programs available to provide technical and financial assistance to Religious Institutions and Households
Install EV charging stations
NY State is offering a variety of incentives. Check them out here
(If you are planning to redo a portion of your parking lot, or have a way to tie into your facility's power without digging up pavement or sidewalk, this may cover a large portion of the project cost.)
Buy an
Electric Vehicle
Check out these incentives available at the state and federal level for the purchase of an Electric Vehicle NY Drive Clean
Alternative Transportation Ideas
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No-drive sabbath, lent, or other challenges
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Bike racks, bike share and bike routes
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Carpools
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Alternative bio-fuels (like biodiesel or renewable natural gas)
Reconnect Rochester is a local organization working to build a more sustainable transportation network for the greater Rochester community.
For more information on electric and alternative fuel vehicles, as well as information on local opportunities and events like test drives visit Greater Rochester Clean Cities.