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Employee carpools

Carpooling saves your employees money by reducing the amount of gas they buy. Reducing the number of cars on the road also has environmental benefits, including reducing the emission of harmful pollutants such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and volatile organic compounds. Review the tips and resources below for information on how to increase carpooling to your buildings.

Tips to Improve Carpooling

  • Provide preferential parking for carpoolers.
  • Actively match employees who live near one another.
  • Circulate tips for effective and enjoyable carpools.
  • Offer other incentives for carpoolers.

Additional Resources

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Quick Tip

Encourage carpooling by providing preferential parking for carpoolers.

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Carpooling saves your employees money and helps reduce the emission of harmful pollutants such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and volatile organic compounds.
 

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