The carbon footprint of transport: EVs, commuting, and remote working

Transport is the largest single emission category for most Americans, accounting for approximately 29% of total US greenhouse gas emissions according to the EPA’s 2023 Inventory. At the individual level, a driver covering 12,000 miles per year in a standard petrol car produces an estimated 2.5–3.5 tons CO₂e annually from personal vehicle use alone. The […]
