article on the need of public transport in 180 words
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The Importance of Public Transportation
While it is true that some people who currently do not drive would use public transportation, and thereby increase energy consumption, it is also true than many who currently drive cars would opt to use a well designed public transportation system. To further demonstrate this point, consider the following data points from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA):
Riding public transportation far exceeds the benefits of other energy-saving household activities, such as using energy-efficient light bulbs, adjusting thermostats, or using energy-efficient appliances.
Public transportation use saves the U.S. the equivalent of 4.2 billion gallons of gasoline annually — and more than 11 million gallons of gasoline per day.
Households that use public transportation save an average of more than $8,000 every year — even more as the price of fuel rises.
Household residents with proximity to public transportation drive an average of 4,400 fewer miles annually compared to those with no access to public transportation.