Commuting by E-Scooter climate savior or climate killer?
Whether in Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, or Basel—many people commute to work every day, mostly by car. The average daily commute in Switzerland is about 25 km (Source: Federal Statistical Office).
But it is precisely this daily commute that holds enormous potential: for your wallet, your time, and above all, for the climate.
What if you were E-Scooter this trip on an E-Scooter ?
A recent study by the Fraunhofer Institute shows that E-Scooter make a significant contribution to reducing CO₂ emissions. We’ll show you exactly what impact you can make by E-Scooter from a car to E-Scooter .
Key Facts
Here’s how the various modes of transportation compare directly—based on 5,000 km per year (25 km per day × 200 workdays):
| Means of transportation | Miles/year | CO₂ emissions | Energy costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🚗 Gasoline | 5,000 km | 800 kg of CO₂ | ~650 CHF |
| ⚡ Electric car | 5,000 km |
51 kg of CO₂ | ~260 CHF |
| 🛴 VMAX E-Scooter | 5,000 km | 3 kg of CO₂ | ~15 CHF |
➤ This saves you about 797 kg of CO₂ per year compared to a gasoline-powered car—which is roughly equivalent to a round-trip flight from Zurich to Reykjavík (economy class, CO₂ emissions only).
➤ You travel for about 0.3centimes per kilometer —cheaper than any other form of transportation.
➤ What about the cost of purchasing one? An E-Scooter significantly more affordable than other modes of transportation.
Why a personal E-Scooter is E-Scooter
Unlike with shared e-scooters, the private model eliminates many additional emissions. This is because:
- You decide for yourself how to care for and maintain it
- You charge at home—no additional logistics required
- You'll use your scooter for years to come
- You're replacing actual short trips—where cars are least efficient
The result: fewer resources, fewer emissions—more freedom and efficiency in everyday life.
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