Green Vehicles

Green Vehicles

Updated: September 29, 2009

By Christa Fletcher

With global warming continuing to affect the planet's weather and environment, teens like you are finding ways to do their part. Whether it's taking a subway, walking to school or riding their bikes, people are cutting down on carbon emissions when they travel.

Yet, we'd like to know how you are getting from here to there with the environment in mind. Cast your vote for you favorite eco-rides and check out more fun stuff related to keeping Mother Earth clean and green.

Don't forget to check out our special segment on the Bio Bus, a traveling lab that teaches students about biology, the environment and is fueled by vegetable oil. And, see if you can pick out the best solar home from the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathalon.
Image: What's your favorite eco-ride?
What's your favorite eco-ride?

Vote on your top green choices when it comes to transportation and helping the environment.

 
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Going Green

Simple ways to save your planet. With videos, games and quizzes, the change starts NOW.

 
Image: Hop on the Bio Bus
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Hop on the Bio Bus

Do you know what a powerhouse cell is? Watch this segment about a traveling biology and environmental lab to find out!

 
Image: Solar Decathalon
Solar Decathalon

Twenty college and university teams in a competition to design, build, and operate the most attractive and energy-efficient solar-powered house.

 
Image: The Solar Decathalon in Washington, D.C.
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The Solar Decathalon in Washington, D.C.

Rain didn't stop visitors from checking out the display of homes developed for the competition by the U.S. Department of Energy.

 
 

 

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