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About ecoTRANSPORT
The ecoTRANSPORT Strategy is part of the Government of Canada’s ambitious
agenda to protect our environment and the health of Canadians and to
further our economic prosperity. Initiatives announced to date include:
- The ecoMOBILITY Program will help
municipalities reduce urban passenger transportation emissions by increasing
transit ridership and the use of other sustainable transportation options.
- The ecoTECHNOLOGY for Vehicles
Program will involve purchasing and testing a range of advanced technologies
and showcasing them at public events across Canada.
- The ecoFREIGHT Program is aimed at
reducing the environmental and health effects of freight transportation through
the use of technology.
- The ecoAUTO Program encourages Canadians
to buy fuel-efficient vehicles by offering rebates ranging from $1,000 to $2,000
towards the purchase of more fuel-efficient vehicles that meet the required
criteria.
- ecoENERGY for Fleets – Benefiting trucking companies and other commercial fleet operations by helping them cut
fuel costs and reduce harmful emissions. The ecoENERGY for Fleets Initiative will emphasize information-sharing,
workshops and
training to help fleets increase their fuel efficiency.
- ecoENERGY for Personal Vehicles – Provides Canadian motorists with helpful tips on
buying,
driving and
maintaining
their vehicles to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
Reducing fuel consumption means saving money and, more importantly, helping the environment.
Keep coming back to our web site to find the latest information on these
new initiatives.
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