| USA. Mystic Seaport maritime destination helps relieve global warming |
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| Thursday, 28 September 2006 | |
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Environmental news: NuRide, Inc., the nation's first incentive-based ridesharing network, has announced that Mystic Seaport -- The Museum of America and the Sea -- has become a "100,000 Mile" sponsor and will reward regional commuters who are doing their part to relieve global warming by sharing rides using the NuRide service. Participating commuters will earn free admission to the nation's leading maritime museum located in Mystic, Connecticut. Mystic Seaport's sponsorship is part of the Connecticut 2,000,000 Mile Rideshare Challenge, a regional event bringing together commuters and sponsors to help alleviate some of the area's transportation and environmental problems. "Given our need to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality in this region, we are thrilled to be a part of this important initiative," said Michael O'Farrell, spokesman for Mystic Seaport. "Our participation in this program is a meaningful way we can help make a difference and improve the quality of our natural surroundings. Since our belief is that the 'sea connects all things,' our commitment to providing these rewards will allow Mystic Seaport to join commuters in their mission to preserve our environment." "We are pleased to have Mystic Seaport join the Connecticut 2,000,000 Mile Challenge and are delighted to welcome them to the NuRide Network," said Rick Steele, Chief Executive Officer for NuRide. "We are certain that our members will value their support and will really enjoy visiting this exciting and historic maritime landmark." The Connecticut 2,000,000 Mile Rideshare Challenge was launched on January 1, 2006. The event involves thousands of commuters who will share rides resulting in 2,000,000 fewer miles driven and over 88,000 gallons of gasoline being conserved. To participate in the program, commuters use NuRide's innovative online ridesharing program to find other people going their way. The NuRide website calculates the savings for each trip and awards participants with points for each confirmed ridesharing trip, which can then be redeemed with participating sponsors for exciting rewards. |
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