Sustainability: The Greenest Way to Travel

• 76% fewer emissions than cars: “Rail transit, such as subways and metros, produces 76% less greenhouse gas emissions per passenger mile than an average single-occupancy vehicle.” (U.S. Department of Transit)

• Cleaner than even the best EVs: The NYC Subway system is run entirely on electric cars, meaning that it only produces 40 grams of CO₂ per passenger mile, well below the range of an EV.

• Reduces urban pollution: In 2023, the District of Columbia’s WMATA Metro system prevented more than 78,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent from entering the atmosphere, equivalent to around 200 million driven miles from a typical gas car.

Affordability: A Smarter Economic Investment

• Saves billions in infrastructure costs: Road maintenance can vary from $792 to $208,736. Reducing the amount of cars on the road through public transit could cut this cost down and potentially save tax payer money.

• Reduces car dependency & urban costs: In the United States, there are over 1 billion parking spaces, with off-street parking alone accounting for 5% of all urban land. Less parking = more green space & housing!

• More affordable for everyday commuters: A monthly metro pass is cheaper than car ownership, which includes gas, insurance, maintenance, and parking fees.

Traffic Management: Less Congestion, More Efficiency

• Cuts down on urban gridlock: 11 out of the 25 most congested cities in the world are American. (Guo)

• Car traffic is an economic drain: In Los Angeles, drivers lose an average of 104 hours each year stuck in traffic during peak times, contributing to an economic drain of approximately $300 billion annually, equating to around $1,400 per motorist. (Guo)

• Expanding highways doesn’t work: Road expansion only encourages car usage, leading to the same level congestion and in increase in car idling. (HSU)

Proven Success: Rail Transit Works

• Brightline (Florida) is a working model: In 2023, Brightline was responsible for the funneling of over 2 million Floridians between major cities.

• Washington D.C. & NYC already show RT’s potential: Railed transit are the beating hearts of these cities. With the ability to move unhindered by cost, environmental damage, or traffic, there’s proof that America can follow suit.

The Bottom Line: Invest in Rail for a Better Future

✅ Less pollution

✅ Lower costs

✅ Reduced congestion

✅ More livable cities

Public transit isn’t just an option, it’s the best track to a sustainable, efficient future