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.
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![300 ppi RGB-PNG_EN ZEV Badge 2023](https://ecoschools.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/300-ppi-RGB-PNG_EN-ZEV-Badge-2023.png)
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.