This indicator shows the estimated annual total vehicle miles traveled (VMT) within the City of San Diego.
Using a historical baseline, The City of San Diego has defined goals for reductions in total VMT by 2030 and 2035. They are as follows:
2030:
- 4% reduction in citywide vehicle miles traveled (GHG reduction of 181,205 MT CO2e)
- 8% reduction in per-capita vehicle miles traveled for all trips (GHG reduction of 341,724 MT CO2e)
2035:
- 6% reduction in citywide vehicle miles traveled (GHG reduction of 242,177 MT CO2e)
- 15% reduction in per-capita vehicle miles traveled for all trips (GHG reduction of 605,185 MT CO2e)
Transportation is one of the largest sectors that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. The goals of 4% and 6% reduction in citywide VMT can be achieved by increases in remote working, accounting for 3% of all planned GHG reductions by 2035. The goals for reductions in per-capita vehicle miles traveled for all trips can be achieved through reducing the amount of driving done, accounting for 6-7% of all planned GHG reductions by 2035.
** The 2021 data shown below has been revised from the number reported in the 2015 Final Climate Action Plan Report.