We moved to the Metro DC area in 2007. Previously, we lived in an extremely rural area where progress had all but limited the small business trades. Everything one needed was now at least 20 miles away. When we moved to the Pentagon City area of Northern Virginia we took into consideration the amenities offered by the neighborhood. Transit buses and trains were available. Shopping venues were somewhat localized, but improvement is necessary to make some areas more consumer access friendly. The amazing thing is that by taking prior consideration to our transportation needs, we have reduced our carbon footprint with our automobile over 85%. We might drive 5 to 10 miles in a week, instead of 250 miles in the same time frame. Although our case is not the norm, our ability to make this change is an example of what one or two people can do to make a difference.
John Mayer, Pentagon City
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