As the world market flails widely like an excited octopus, the US ‘Bailout Bill’ that passed last week includes some interesting green ideolody. According to the Bill, Cyclists will receive a tax reimbursement of up to $20.00 / month from employers for the costs incured in maintaining a bicycle. Power to the pedal.
According to: Sec. 211. Transportation fringe [...]
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September 22nd, 2008 · No Comments
Every September 22, people from around the world get together in the streets, intersections, and neighbourhood blocks to remind the world that we don’t have to accept our car-dominated society.
But we do not want just one day of celebration and then a return to “normal” life. When people get out of their cars, they should [...]
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September 17th, 2008 · No Comments
We’ve all been there. Your work day comes to a close and yet, but the very thought of tackling the homeward drive makes you feel nauseous. The average American spends approximately 34 hours every year commuting in their car; the average Californian spends nearly 82 hours. The cost of driving varies between $78 billion - $126.3 billion [...]
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