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Facts about Alternative Transportation

The transportation and environmental statistics in the tabs below will show you the impact of our transportation system on Hinesburg and society as a whole.

Some of the information within the tabs below was taken from a report created by the University of Vermont's Transportation Research Center. Learn more by downloading the following report.

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Transportation & Environmental Statistics

  • Environmental Impact
  • Hinesburg Statistics
  • Rideshare Benefits
  • Hinesburg Characteristics

  1. Burning a gallon of gasoline emits almost 20 pounds of carbon dioxide. A typical late-model, mid-sized sedan produces about 9,500 pounds of carbon dioxide each year, while a hybrid car generates less than half that, about 4,300 pounds.
    Source:     Environmental Defense/Environmental Protection Agency

  2. In the U.S. at least 1/2 of the greenhouse gases created is from carbon, and automibiles are the main contributor to carbon emissions, along with coal based power plants.

  3. 50% of the total energy used in the U.S. is consumed through the use of automobiles and trucks.
  • 75% of all Vermonters drive alone to work (equal with national average)
  • The single occupancy rate in Hinesburg during peak AM travel time is 91%
  • Number of Trips Originating in Hinesburg: 6,574 per day
  • Number of Commuting (going to work) Trips Originating in Hinesburg: 2,630 per day
  • Number of Trips Originating in Hinesburg and Destined for South Burlington or Williston: 1,533 per day
  • Number of Commuting Trips Originating in Hinesburg and Destined for South Burlington or Williston: 613 per day
  • cost savings
  • time savings
  • improved efficiency
  • decreased emissions
  • improved mobility
  • Slightly more than 65 miles of highway;
  • 42 percent of the roads are paved;
  • 1.75 miles of sidewalk;
  • No reported bicycle lanes;
  • No off-road bicycle/pedestrian paths;
  • No public transit.

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