Fleet operations and employee commuting are the largest sources of County greenhouse gas emissions, together accounting for the majority of total emissions, with employee commuting alone making up 50%. These emissions are primarily driven by employees driving alone in gas-powered vehicles and the continued use of fossil fuel vehicles in the County fleet.
To reduce this impact, the County is advancing strategies to shift travel behavior and transition to cleaner vehicles. Efforts to reduce commute emissions include expanding access to public transit, increasing carpooling and biking, supporting low-carbon travel options, and implementing a Countywide telework policy. Key actions include launching an e-bike and e-scooter subsidy program and redesigning commute benefits to better support sustainable options. At the same time, the County is transitioning its fleet to zero-emission vehicles through investments in electric vehicles, alternative fuels, and charging infrastructure.
Key efforts include completing departmental fleet transition plans, developing an EV infrastructure deployment plan, securing funding for charging ports across facilities, replacing gas-powered vehicles with zero-emission alternatives, and piloting heavy-duty equipment and backup battery systems. Together, these efforts reduce emissions, improve air quality, and lower operating costs.
