29 | Sustainable Transportation

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Sustainable Transportation"

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SEWT Team
June 06, 2025

Understanding “sustainable transportation” is crucial for you as an ESL learner. Learning about eco-friendly transportation options like public transportation, cycling, and walking encourages you to make environmentally conscious choices in your ever day life. Today’s vocabulary will enable you to participate in discussions about sustainability and contribute to a greener future. So, let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

  1. Eco-friendly (Adjective): Describing products, services, or practices that have minimal impact on the environment.

  2. Carbon footprint (Noun): The amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by an individual, organization, or activity, typically measured in terms of transportation or energy use.

  3. Electric vehicle (EV) (Noun): A car or other vehicle powered by electricity instead of gasoline or diesel fuel.

  4. Public transportation (Noun): A system of vehicles such as buses, trains, or subways that carry passengers, typically within cities or towns.

  5. Carpooling (Noun / Verb): The practice of sharing a car journey with others to reduce the number of vehicles on the road and minimize environmental impact.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. Eco-friendly

    • The city is investing in eco-friendly buses that run on electricity instead of diesel.

    • More people are choosing eco-friendly vehicles to reduce their carbon footprint.

    • Walking or cycling to work is an eco-friendly alternative to driving a car.

  2. Carbon footprint

    • By using public transportation instead of driving, you can reduce your carbon footprint.

    • Electric vehicles are a good choice for lowering your carbon footprint.

    • Businesses are working to reduce their carbon footprint by encouraging employees to use sustainable transport.

  3. Electric vehicle (EV) 

    • Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people seek ways to reduce pollution.

    • Governments are offering incentives to encourage people to purchase electric vehicles.

    • The range of electric vehicles is improving, making them a viable option for longer trips.

  4. Public transportation

    • Public transportation is an efficient and environmentally friendly way to travel in urban areas.

    • Many people use public transportation instead of driving to work to save money and reduce traffic.

    • The city is working to improve its public transportation system to reduce congestion and pollution.

  5. Carpooling

    • Carpooling with coworkers can help reduce both traffic and your carbon footprint.

    • Many cities offer incentives for carpooling, such as access to special lanes.

    • Carpooling is an effective way to cut down on gasoline costs and air pollution.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

Sustainable transportation focuses on minimizing the environmental impact of travel. Public transportation options like buses and trains reduce the number of individual vehicles on the road, significantly lowering the carbon footprint of commuters. Carpooling with colleagues or friends also helps to reduce traffic congestion and fuel consumption. Electric vehicles offer a cleaner alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars, emitting fewer pollutants. By embracing these eco-friendly transportation options, individuals can contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future.

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