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Compact communities such as the Hill, in Brooklyn, NY, allow residents to drive less because the things they want are closer to where they live — a concept known as “access by proximity.” City dwellers are fortunate enough — unlike rural communities-to not have to go very far. Of course, this is a good thing because it means emissions of CO2 will be greatly reduced if you don’t use a car. According to the EPA, the average car owner emits approximately 5.5 metric tons of CO2 a year. Almost one-third of carbon dioxide produced in the United States comes from motorized transportation.
Fortunately for Brooklynites, there are plenty of effective alternatives-the most obvious is the MTA. The Atlantic Avenue and Flatbush and Dekalb are two major hubs with access to the LIRR and we have the B25, 26,38,52, and 54 bus lines. And of course, there are the A,C and G lines on Lafayette Avenue.
Bicycle usage is growing in Brooklyn, which means more people are advocating for better riding conditions. Because of this, Brooklyn is seeing significant improvements around the borough. According to Streetsblog.org, the DOT has plans to eliminate vehicular parking spaces and replace them with bike racks in North Brooklyn — chosen because more than 70% of the households do not own cars. Since 2001, the DOT has added more than 150 miles of bicycle lanes. The newest of which was added on Willoughby Avenue from Fort Greene Park all the way to Bedford. Much of these improvements were made with the help of Transportation Alternatives, an advocacy organization for cycling, walking, and environmentally friendly transportation.
Purchasing a small cart for the front or back of a bicycle is a great way to maximize its efficiency; it’s perfect for short errands to grocery store. If you have children, consider purchasing a bicycle trailer, which will allow you to safely take your kid(s) with you wherever you go on a bike. Ken Schles, a resident of Fort Greene, bikes to Tribeca nearly everyday with his seven-year-old daughter riding in a Trail-A-Bike. After dropping her off at school he heads to his photography studio. Along the way they like to point out what they see, “one day we counted dogs,” Ken said. When I asked Ken why he does it he said, “It’s a great opportunity to get some exercise and spend some quality time with my daughter.” After talking with Ken, I went on my computer and used Google maps to calculate the distance and estimate the time to compare biking his route to taking the subway. It’s only 3.5 miles or approximately 25 minutes on a bike.
There are also car alternatives. The arrival of the vehicle sharing services, for instance, which allows members to live without a vehicle, but still have access to one when they need it. Each vehicle in a vehicle sharing service takes over 20 personally-owned vehicles off the road. Consequently, less land and financial resources are needed to provide parking infrastructure. Car usage of individuals is reduced by as much as 50%. This all means fewer greenhouse gases emissions and, of course, less congestion on the roads.
In Brooklyn, the most widely used vehicle sharing service is Zipcar. There are currently a total of 21 Zipcars available in Clinton Hill at DMK Garage at 116 Waverly Avenue, at Armory Parking Garage at 172 Vanderbilt Avenue, and at BAM at 258 Ashland Place. The cars come in a variety of makes and models ranging from the Toyota Prius to the Subaru Outback Oden. For other alternative methods of transportation, view a list of solutions, here.
Walking is the ultimate alternative for obvious health and environmental reasons. However, it also fosters interaction between community members-something essential for community sustainability. Rob Hersey, a student at Pratt, gave up his vehicle when he moved to Fort Greene from Westchester two years ago. “Where I lived, you needed a car to get around. In Brooklyn, walking is definitely more efficient-not to mention less expensive!” says Rob. He walks to class everyday from his apartment near Fort Greene Park. In a compact community like the Hill, there are many opportunities for social interaction as Rob explains, “I like to get out and interact with the community; riding around in a vehicle just seems reclusive.” Social interaction is a fundamental part of a sustainable community. Walking is truly a sign of healthy community.
Steven S. Matt, founder of One Earth, invites you to submit your knowledge of sustainability to the index on http://www.One-Earth.com. The index works like Wikipedia and it’s free. By contributing to the index, you’ll help people find ways of reducing their negative impact on the environment. You can also search and browse for ways to reduce you’re negative impact on the environment. The index is organized by city and further broken down into categories, so it’s very easy to find what you’re looking for.
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