After the announcement made last week in Paris revealing the damage we have made to our planet and the upcoming consecuences, every single citizen in the world should act immediately. It is very sad to have such climate frenzy (-8° C to 25° C change in a single day), freezing crops and burning woods as it is happening now in my hometown Bogota. Among the several (but not massive) alternatives to act you cand find two friendly and stylish ideas to move in big cities:
Car Sharing - Companies like ZipCar (previously featured on Trend Hunter) offers cars parked around the cities for members to rent by the hour. "Zipcar is now a critical element of the transportation network of many North American cities and universities, enabling residents, students and businesses to get rid of their cars and still meet their transportation needs."
Exo Taxis - Companies like Ecoigo, launched on last november, offer ecological alternative to taxis. In short, these are taxes that use a fleet of Hybrid Synergy Drive cars.
Eco Alternatives to Automobiles
Car Sharing and Eco Taxis
Trend Themes
1. Car Sharing - Companies like ZipCar offer cars parked around cities for members to rent by the hour, reducing the need for personal car ownership and promoting a shared transportation model.
2. Eco Taxis - Companies like Ecoigo provide ecological alternatives to traditional taxis by using a fleet of Hybrid Synergy Drive cars, offering a greener transportation option for passengers.
3. Climate Change Awareness - With the increasing concern about climate change and its damaging effects, more individuals and companies are seeking eco-friendly alternatives to automobiles, driving innovation in sustainable transportation solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Car Rental - The growth of car sharing services like ZipCar creates opportunities for the car rental industry to adapt and provide flexible, on-demand transportation options to customers.
2. Transportation - The rise of eco taxis and car sharing services highlights the need for the transportation industry to embrace sustainable practices and develop innovative solutions that reduce environmental impact.
3. Environmental Services - As public awareness of climate change grows, the demand for eco-friendly transportation alternatives increases, presenting opportunities for companies in the environmental services sector to provide consulting, technology, and other solutions to address this need.