Transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Winnipeg. It currently accounts for 48 percent of community-wide emissions. Personal vehicle use accounts for most of these emissions, with the rest coming from:
- Commercial vehicles
- Public transit
- Heavy equipment vehicles
- Off-road vehicles
The City is working to reduce emissions by targeting different forms of transportation. Walking, biking, and bussing are all low-carbon options that the City can promote through its policies and programs. This works with other City initiatives. For example, trips are shorter when communities are built so services are closer to home. This makes biking or walking a more attractive choice for transportation. Some examples of the work we are doing include: