Simon Dorfman School of Liberal Arts – Dean’s Office

I save $750/year by Biking to Work

Bike to Work Cost Savings Health Benefits Environmental Benefits Getting Started

Cost Savings of Biking vs. Driving Parking Permit costs about $500/year Gas, Insurance, Maintenance & Depreciation $0.50/mile 1mile = $250/year 5 miles = $1250/year 10 miles = $2500/year Replace Gym Membership With Bike Ride Workout

Health Benefits of Biking to Work Gives us our Daily Exercise. National Health Institute says, “We need at least 30 minutes/day of physical activity to stay healthy.” Biking is Fun. Having fun makes you Happy. Doctors say, “Happiness could be more important than smoking in determining your health.”

Environmental Benefits of Biking to Work Reduce CO2 Emissions 1mile = 1021 lbs/year 5 miles = 5105 lbs/year 10 miles = 10,210 lbs/year

Getting Started Biking to Work Start with Achievable Goals Bike One Day a Week Drive Part Way, Bike the Rest Take a Bike Commuting Workshop Create Personal Best Route Learn Safety Me:

Review: Bike to Work Save a Bundle of Money Stay Healthy Feel Good About Being Green Start Small

HAVE FUN!