- Take transit. Transit is a convenient and cost effective way to get around metro Atlanta. Many major locations can be reached by transit, and if you can use it for part or all of your daily commuting, transit can save money in vehicle operations costs, parking fees and tolls. Transit can be even less expensive if your employer or property manager offers passes through a discount program.

- Carpool to work. Carpooling is one of the most convenient commute alternatives. You save money by cutting gas costs in half, save time by taking the HOV lane and share driving responsibilities, which saves the wear and tear on your vehicle. Use 1-87-RIDEFIND's online ridematching service to find your carpool match.

- Get a free ride home. If you are concerned about being stranded at work, the Guaranteed Ride Home program can put your mind at ease. In the event of an emergency, a designated administrator at your worksite will give you a voucher for a free taxi ride or rental car, up to five times within a 12-month period.

- Try teleworking. Teleworking replaces travel to and from work. You work from home on a full or part-time basis, freeing yourself from traffic and becoming more productive. By teleworking just one day a week, you save all your commuting costs for that day. Many employers in the metro area offer teleworking programs to their employees, so ask your employer if they offer a teleworking program and start saving the extra gas money.

With the variety of options, saving a little cash by changing your commute has never been easier. To find out which alternative is right for you, visit www.cleanaircampaign.com or call 1-877-CLEANAIR.

The Clean Air Campaign is a not-for-profit organization that offers employers free assistance in the design and implementation of commute options and other smog-reducing programs as part of its role as the region's clearinghouse for solutions to air pollution and traffic congestion. In addition, the organization provides a children's education program, issues Smog Alert notifications and provides financial incentives to promote alternative commuting behavior. For more information about The Clean Air Campaign, call 1-877-CLEANAIR or visit www.cleanaircampaign.com .