Low-Carbon Commuting
Did you Know?
Transportation is responsible for approximately 25% of Canada’s total greenhouse gas emissions! This is mainly due to the use of internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs) that burn fossil fuels to run the motor.
Zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) are vehicles that operate without producing any air pollutants, such as electric vehicles and can help to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions released within the transportation sector.
Low-Carbon Commuting Action Pathway and Achievement Badge
Focus on how you can take action to reduce the environmental impact of commuting at your school this year.
Complete 3 or more transportation-related actions on the ECA and receive the Low-Carbon Commuting achievement badge.
- Zero-Emission Vehicles and Low-Carbon Driving
- Active and Sustainable School Travel
- Track School Transportation Emissions
- Anti-Idling
ZEVs and low-carbon driving resources
To learn more about zero-emission vehicles and low-carbon driving, check out the resources below for information, activities, and worksheets.
Low-Carbon Commuting Webinars
Low-Carbon Commuting Panel – released at EcoSummit 2023
Sustainable Transportation webinar – released at EcoSummit 2023
Making Connections
Connect to Curriculum
Learning about zero-emission vehicles and low-carbon driving can be connected to curriculum expectations across various grades and subject areas, such as sciences, mathematics, and civics.
Connect to the SDGs
Connect your Zero-Emission Vehicle and Low-Carbon Commuting learning to the Sustainable Development Goals including Affordable and Clean Energy, Industries, Innovation, and Infrastructure, and Climate Action.