WHY THIS MATTERS
How We Move Matters
How we move matters for our health, the safety of our streets, and our environment. In Cary, transportation accounts for 38% of our community's GHG emissions, and most of those emissions come from cars. For example, most Cary commuters (69%) drove alone or carpooled to work in 2022. This means that Cary has an opportunity to promote alternative modes of transportation, such as biking and public transit, while simultaneously developing attractive, compact, and walkable neighborhoods that reduce our reliance on gas-powered vehicles. With much of the land in Cary already developed, making smart choices about redevelopment and transportation can reduce emissions, increase affordability, and create quality neighborhoods within Cary.
ACTIVE MOBILITY
Getting Around Cary
Cary has updated its zoning code to encourage the development of neighborhoods that are more compact and connected to shopping, services, and transit. This kind of development is more pedestrian-friendly, offering residents more chances to live, work, and shop in a single neighborhood and reduce their dependence on cars to get around.
We have 26 miles of bike lanes and 100 miles of greenways in Cary, making walking and biking safe, healthy, and convenient transit options. To plan your next bike ride, zoom in on the map to the right to see where bike routes are already established in Cary and what kind of infrastructure they include (shared lane markings, wide outside lanes, etc.).
By continuing to prioritize infrastructure for active mobility choices, we can support convenient, reliable, and accessible options to get around Cary that promote clean air and safer streets.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Find a Charging Station Near You
Electrifying our vehicles significantly reduces GHG emissions and provides a path to carbon-free transportation as the region's electricity supply is transitioned to 100% renewable energy.
Cary is accelerating electric vehicle adoption by supporting EV charging infrastructure development. In fact, the number of public EV charging stations in Cary has increased 478% between 2018 and 2023. Use the Station Locator to find an EV charging station near you. View the PlugShare map and explore the advanced filtering options by your vehicle's plug type. Create an account to plan your trip today!
LEADING BY EXAMPLE
Bus Rapid Transit
A new transit facility is coming to downtown Cary that will support more public transit modes and travel options. Bus Rapid Transit is also currently being planned to connect Cary, Raleigh, and Research Triangle Park with high-quality, high-frequency bus service. Improving regional connections to get people where they need to be more quickly and take more cars off the road will support Cary's efforts to build a more sustainable future.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Take Steps to Support a Healthy, Safe, and Active Cary!
Help us create a cleaner, healthier Cary by exploring active transportation, public transit, and EV opportunities.