Technology Use on Buses

DePaul University’s Chaddick Institute for Metropolitan Development explores how passengers use personal electronic devices on public transportation. Executive Summary About the Report This 2014 report, the fifth in a series […]

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Getting There Greener: Understanding Carbon Emissions by Travel Mode

Executive Summary About the Report In Getting There Greener, the Union of Concerned Scientists presents the first comprehensive analysis—peer-reviewed by experts—of the highest-carbon and lowest-carbon options for vacation travel. Key […]

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2023 Motorcoach Energy Use and Emissions

Executive Summary About the Report The American Bus Association Foundation (ABAF) sponsored Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) to evaluate the environmental performance of motorcoach operations. The research compares the energy use […]

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2019 Motorcoach Vehicle Energy Use and Emissions Research

The American Bus Association Foundation (ABAF) commissions research measuring the environmental impact and energy use of different modes of transportation, including motorcoaches, commuter rail, and vanpools. Executive Summary About the […]

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2025 Charter Bus Industry Sustainability Research

Executive Summary About the Report Released in April 2025, the Sustainability and Innovation of the Motorcoach and Charter Bus Industry is a study commissioned by the American Bus Association Foundation […]

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2023 Motorcoach Travel Emissions Report

This American Bus Association Foundation (ABAF) commissioned research examines energy use and emissions of motorcoach operations as compared to other popular modes of transportation. Executive Summary About the Report Released […]

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