Green Commute Week is Back!

September

8th - 14th, 2024

What is Green Commute Week?

Green Commute Week is a community-wide celebration of sustainable transportation in the Holland and Zeeland areas. This year, we’re focusing on how our commuting choices connect us, build a healthier community, and create a more vibrant future for all. We believe that by moving together towards greener options, we can make a bigger impact than we ever could alone. Stay tuned as we continue planning this event, filled with group activities, challenges, and prizes!

Why Community Matters:

Sustainable commuting is more than just an individual choice. It’s about creating a culture of shared responsibility and collective action. When we choose to bike, walk, carpool, or take public transportation, we’re not only reducing our own impact, but we’re also…

Building stronger connections: Chatting with neighbors on the bus, joining a bike/walk/run club, or organizing carpools can foster new friendships and a sense of belonging.

Improving public health: Active commuting reduces the risk of chronic diseases and promotes a healthier lifestyle.

Creating safer streets: Fewer cars on the road mean safer streets for everyone, especially children and pedestrians.

Supporting a vibrant local economy: When we choose sustainable transportation, we often spend more time and money in our local businesses.

Fostering equity and inclusivity: We recognize that not everyone has access to a personal vehicle. By supporting and utilizing public transportation and alternative modes of commuting, we create a more equitable and connected community for all.

How Do I Join?

Green Commute Week is free and open for everyone! To sign up, simply fill out the form below and add whether you’re participating in a group or as an individual. When Green Commute Week begins, there will be a form below to submit your miles and information.

If you’d like to receive emails about Green Commute Week events or daily survey emails for submitting your miles, please choose one of the options below the “Sign up for Green Commute Week 2024 emails/updates”

  • Green Commute Week is an annual event organized by the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council (MACC) to promote sustainable transportation options such as biking, walking, carpooling, and using public transit. It aims to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and promote a healthier lifestyle within our community.

  • Green Commute Week takes place from September 8 to September 14. During this week, participants are encouraged to use green commuting options and log their green miles for a chance to win prizes.

  • Participation is simple! Just choose a green mode of transportation—bike, walk, carpool, or use public transit—any time during Green Commute Week. Track your miles and submit them through our online portal. Each mile gets you closer to winning exciting prizes!

  • Green Commute Week is open to everyone in the Holland and Zeeland areas, including individuals, families, schools, and businesses. Whether you’re a daily commuter or just want to try something new, we welcome you to join us!

  • Green miles are the distance you travel using a sustainable mode of transportation, including biking, walking, carpooling, and taking public transit. You can log your green miles on our website by providing the mode of transportation, distance traveled, and any other relevant details. You can also log your miles through our daily emails, which will include a spot to submit your miles for that day.

  • Green miles aren’t limited to your commute to work or school. They can include any distance traveled using sustainable transportation options. This means:

    • Biking: Whether you’re biking to work, to a coffee shop with friends, or for leisure, it counts!

    • Walking: Walk to a local restaurant, around your neighborhood, or during your lunch break with a coworker.

    • Carpooling: Sharing a ride with others to any destination, not just work.

    • Public Transit: Using buses or other public transport for any trip.

    Every mile counts, no matter the purpose of your trip!

  • Daily Raffle: Each day you log your Green Miles by the end of the day, your name will be entered into a daily raffle. Winners are announced the following day.

    End of the Week Raffle: If you log your Green Miles for any day throughout the week, you will be entered into the end-of-week raffle. This raffle considers those with more green commute miles, so the more you commute green, the higher your chances!

  • Registration is not mandatory, but it’s beneficial. Registered participants receive daily email reminders to log their Green Miles and stay updated on Green Commute Week events and raffles. However, you can still log your miles on our website even if you’re not registered.

  • Businesses can participate by encouraging employees to use green commuting options, sponsoring events, or donating prizes. You can also host your own Green Commute Challenge within your organization. Contact us to learn more about how your business can get involved!

  • For more information about Green Commute Week, please contact:

    Cole Ockerse

    email: ockerse@the-macc.org

    phone: (616)953-2929