Texas Sustainability Indicators
Type
Fact Sheet or Infographic
Year
2023
Level
State
State(s)
Texas
Policy Areas
Environment & Natural Resources, Transportation & Mobility
This fact sheet addresses transportation sustainability and infrastructure condition in Texas, including the high vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and CO2 emissions per capita. State-level policies should focus on improving transportation infrastructure through strategic planning and funding, incorporating multimodal design and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Funding is primarily sourced from federal funds, fuel taxes, and sales taxes, with a significant portion dedicated to highways.