Join Commute With Care and Help Methodist Foster a Culture of Sustainability

Did you know that Methodist has a goal that by 2030, 30% of employee commute trips use methods other than driving alone?

It’s an ambitious target, but one we can hit by using more sustainable commuting methods. In the process, we can make a positive impact in our communities by promoting public health and improving our own.

With the Commute With Care Program, every employee has the opportunity to help us meet this goal – whether it’s by carpooling, biking, taking the bus or using other sustainable commuting options.

What Is Commute With Care?

Methodist developed Commute With Care to support employees in exploring other commuting methods. 

By signing up for the program, you’ll enjoy several benefits, including:

• A free Metro bus pass that can be used to go anywhere at any time
• A secure online carpool matching portal
• Emergency rides home, paid for by Methodist, in case of unexpected circumstances 

For an overview of the program, watch the video below. You can also browse the Commute With Care page for more details on resources available to employees who sign up for the program.

Remember: Every trip counts! You don’t have to commit to taking an active transportation method every day to make a difference. 

Benefits of Sustainable Commuting

Commuting via active methods such as taking public transit, biking, walking or carpooling promotes public health by reducing air pollution from single-occupancy vehicle trips. It also helps to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions associated with Methodist’s operations.

Sustainable commute methods can also provide you with personal benefits. 

Each year, the average driver in America loses 32 hours in traffic and spends over $8,000 on their commute. By using other commuting methods, you can save money by putting fewer miles on your car, spending less on gas and avoiding potential tickets. You can also free up time and spend your commute doing something enjoyable or productive, like reading a book, chatting with a friend, exercising or checking your email. 

Biking or walking to work or the bus stop can promote individual cardiovascular and pulmonary health. 

Get Involved With Sustainability at Methodist

Interested in learning more about Methodist’s sustainability efforts? Visit the sustainability page on the MHS intranet.

You’re also invited to join us for the next quarterly State of Sustainability meeting on Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. via Zoom. 

To get involved in efforts to foster a culture of sustainability at Methodist, and to be automatically invited to future State of Sustainability meetings, sign up for the Sustainable Health Implementation Plan (SHIP) Ambassador program.