Links from the book "Peak Oil Prep" Three things you can do to prepare for Peak Oil, climate change and economic collapse Table of Contents |
From the chapter on... TransportationBicyclesFrom Wikipedia How bikeable is your community? Zap sells electric bikes and kits for converting your standard bike into an electrified power assist bike Bicycle tune-up and repair for all types of bikes, with lots of illustrations Wonderful site on everything about bicycles, including buying one, using it and repairing it. From the former technical editor of Bicycling magazine Detailed instructions on bicycle repair and maintenance, with illustrations http://www.monkeylectric.com www.flashflight.com/Carbon OffsetsIndividuals and businesses can reduce their carbon footprint and support climate-friendly projects. A privately-held Native American energy company. Their carbon calculator lets you calculate the carbon emissions resulting from your travel by auto, bus, rail or air. You can then buy “carbon offsets”, offsetting those travel CO2 emissions by financially supporting green energy projects that wouldn't happen otherwise. Make your driving carbon-neutral by balancing your emissions with a TerraPass. Electric/Gas ScootersBlog headquarters for moped clubs Comprehensive information and sales Wikipedia article Official Vespa company site Practical transportation for errands and short commutes Electric VehiclesFrom Wikipedia Electric and hybrid vehicles From bikes and small scooters to one-person cars The Segway Human Transporter Electric ATVs, scooters and bikes Compressed Work WeekCalculate gasoline savings Proximate CommutingArticle on switching jobs to lessen or eliminate commuting | ||
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