goDCgo

      goDCgo is an initiative of the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) that encourages the use of sustainable transportation. We provide complimentary transit resources and consulting services to DC organizations and commuters. Our goal serves to decrease traffic congestion, improve air quality and create a better quality of life in the DC area.
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      Challenge Accepted: OAS' Sustainable Success

      December 17, 2024

      Located in Northwest DC, the Organization of American States (OAS) boasts the title of being the world’s largest regional organization. OAS represents the unified governments, community partners, and humanitarian organizations across all 35 independent states of the Americas, all the way from Canada to Argentina. To embody their mission of helping others and helping the environment, OAS works towards a sustainable future, protecting the livability of all people who share the land, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, and status....

      Getting to Downtown DC's Attractions

      June 14, 2024

      This blog references DC Circulator. Please note, as of 1/1/2025, DC Circulator no longer provides bus service. From museums and shopping, to major arenas and restaurants, Downtown DC is filled with exciting attractions. This summer, go Downtown, leave the car behind, and skip the traffic and hassles of parking! To make getting there easy, we've put together a list of attractions Downtown and how to get to them sustainably with ease....

      The Results Are In!

      June 10, 2024

      A big thank you to everyone who participated in our 2024 goDCgo Commuter Challenge! With over 1,600 participants, this year's Commuter Challenge broke records. Over the last 3 months, we collectively logged 91,215 sustainable trips, reducing 232 tons of CO2 in the District, burning 6.2 million calories, and saving $0.3 million collectively. These choices have a huge collective impact; thank you to our Challenge participants for doing their part to help make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation!...

      Supporting a Sustainable Return to the Office

      June 10, 2024

      This blog references DC Circulator. Please note, as of 1/1/2025, DC Circulator no longer provides bus service. As many employers continue to return to in-person work, it’s more important than ever to promote sustainable commute options and support the needs of non-driving employees. From offering transportation benefits to hosting engaging office events, there are many actionable steps employers can take to encourage sustainable travel habits, especially in transit accessible areas like Downtown DC! If you’re planning a return-to-office policy, check out some of the ways you can do so while reducing your organization’s carbon footprint....

      Navigating This Summer's Red Line Shutdown

      June 03, 2024

      Starting on June 1, 2024, WMATA will begin construction on a new mezzanine at Silver Spring Station to connect Metro with the future Purple Line, which will be owned and operated by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA). This new mezzanine is an exciting advancement in the DMV’s transit infrastructure, connecting the Metro station platform with the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit Center and the future Purple Line Station while also enhancing connections for Metro, MARC Train, and bus customers....

      Creating a Carpool-Friendly Workplace

      January 29, 2024

      As the weather continues to get colder, commuters who typically walk, bike, or take public transportation may be tempted to start driving to work. However, it's still possible to maintain your workplace's sustainability goals even through this shift in commuting habits. We've compiled a list of tips and tricks to help you reduce your driving employees' carbon footprints by creating a carpool-friendly workplace....

      DC Parking Cashout Law: How Do I Report?

      November 13, 2023

      As the DC Parking Cashout Law reporting deadline (January 15, 2025) approaches, many District employers have chosen their compliance option and are beginning the reporting process. This can be a daunting task for those who have never reported before, which is why we’ve created a comprehensive overview on how to get started and how to report for each compliance option....

      DC Parking Cashout Law: What Do I Report This Year?

      September 21, 2023

      With the DC Parking Cashout Law reporting deadline approaching on January 15, 2025, employers across the District are asking: do I need to report my compliance this year and what do I report? This reporting cycle, all District employers with 20 or more covered employees* need to report....

      Save Time and Money: Carpool to School

      September 20, 2023

      Do you drive your child to and from school every day? Are you tired of waiting in long lines for pickup/dropoff? Now that students have settled into the hustle and bustle of the new school year, it’s the perfect time to explore a new way to get your kids to school: Carpooling....

      The Results Are In: 2023 Commuter Challenge

      June 09, 2023

      A big thank you to everyone who participated in our 2023 goDCgo Commuter Challenge. Over the last three months challenge 565 participants logged 38,062 sustainable trips; reducing 88 tons of CO2 in the District, burning 2.5 million calories, and saving $100,000 collectively. Choosing to commute around the District sustainably may seem like a small effort but together these choices have a huge impact! Thank you to our challenge participants for doing their part to help DC become the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation! Sponsors! Another big thank you to our sponsors! Without them we couldn't have had such a fun an amazing commuter challenge. From free food coupons and complimentary dinners to staycations and sporting event tickets, our sponsors provided us with amazing monthly prizes....

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