In March 2002, we partnered with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to create the Drive Clean Across Texas (DCAT) campaign. This program asks the public to help reduce air pollution by driving less, maintaining their vehicles, avoiding unnecessary idling, buying more energy-efficient vehicles and driving the speed limit.

The Clean Air Plan is our internal effort to take the same kind of action, and go a step further, including using LED lights for new signal lights, using alternative-fuel vehicles for Department business and using green energy providers.

TxDOT Initiatives

Use low-emission diesel fuel
Avoid refueling vehicles between 6 - 10 a.m.
Limit vehicle idling
Avoid mowing TxDOT property on Ozone Action Days
Encourage contractors to use new equipment to mow the right of way
Encourage contractors to avoid mowing the right of way on Ozone Action Days
Purchase solar-powered light and sign boards
Use only LED signal bulbs
Use only low-emission/spill-proof gas cans
Encourage contractors to apply for Texas Emissions Reduction Plan grants
Send Ozone Action Day notifications
Encourage car- and vanpooling
Give priority parking to car- and vanpools
Provide DCAT training for new and current employees
Hold DCAT workshops and other clean air events
Use hybrids, dual-fuel and other alternative-fueled vehicles
Allow flexible and compressed work schedules
Offer direct deposit

Commuting Initiatives

Car- and vanpooling
Use public transit
Walking or biking to work
Limit workday outings
Maintain personal vehicles
Purchase cleaner personal vehicles
Use commuter rail where available