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How Suburban Sprawl Alters Commuting Patterns and Energy Use

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Households in sprawling suburbs drive 30-50% more miles annually than those in compact cities, consuming proportionally more gasoline and emitting more CO2.

Why this is interesting

When you choose to live far from your workplace, you likely drive more—but did you know that the entire design of a neighborhood can force millions of people into long commutes, doubling energy use per trip?