There are many resources and incentives available to assist employers with implementing their clean air programs.
511.org is a free service that consolidates Bay Area transportation information into a one-stop resource. 511 provides up-to-the-minute information on traffic conditions, incidents and driving times, schedule, route and fare information for the Bay Area’s public transportation services, instant carpool and vanpool referrals, bicycling routes and information, and more.
Trip planning, nearby routes & services
Schedules & route maps, fare information
Accessibility & seniors - discount cards details
Traffic map with driving times
Carpool lane information
Locations of park & ride lots
Bridge toll information
BikeMapper - Bicycle trip planner
Bikes on transit and bridges
Parking racks & locker information
Free workshops on: bike routes, bike safety and maintenance
Flexible, convenient and less-expensive way to reach your destination, and if you commute over Bay Area bridges, you can cross toll-free.
Sign up with the free 511 RideMatch Service.
After you register, you’ll immediately receive a customized Matchlist of people who have similar commutes and want to share rides.
Make a plan on who drives and when. Some provide door-to-door service or meet at one central spot like a Park & Ride Lot.
“Skin,” a version of 511’s RideMatch software to match your Web site. Implement the lookalike software on your intranet to preserve your brand’s look and feel and allow employees to use the database from within your Web site.
Consultations - 511 Employer Service Representatives will work with you to create a customized commute program that makes the most sense for your company size and location.
Marketing & Outreach - Promote commute alternatives to your employees using 511’s materials.
Employee Surveys - Set up an online employee transportation survey to determine effective transportation incentive programs and best strategies to improve your employees’ commutes.
Density Maps - View large-scale, color maps that display where your employees live and help you determine which commute options make the most sense.
Online Carbon Reduction Tool - Calculate how small changes in employee commutes have a significant impact on the environment.
There are a variety of commute rewards and incentives available to incentivize using alternate modes of transportation such as:
Employers can secure national recognition for their sustainable commuting practices through Best Workplaces for Commuters , an organization honoring employers providing excellent transportation alternative programs.