Go Green in Your RV

Famed Muppet Kermit the Frog used to sing, "it's not easy being green," but being green is very important to RV travelers. A recent survey showed that more than two-thirds of RVers minimize water use on trips, almost half recycle more on RV vacations than on other types and nearly half turn off home utilities before they hit the road. In addition, 94% of all RVers travel with 2-7 people, meaning the vehicles get more people miles per gallon.

“Going Green,” “Being Green” – these terms are tossed around all the time. What does it really mean to be “green”? In short, it’s anything that respects our natural environment – from reducing harmful effects on our natural surroundings to helping to proliferate nature to using products which cause less damage to our world.

Did you know that 80% of RVs sold in the United States are actually non-motorized? And 30% of RV owners have a diesel tow vehicle or motorhome, promoting greater fuel efficiency. There are plenty of new ideas and technologies being employed by the RV industry creating a whole market of products with green innovations. And RV vacations are more environmentally friendly than fly/drive/hotel vacations, according to a new study comparing total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions or carbon footprints.

PKF Consulting, an internationally recognized consulting firm with expertise in travel and tourism, found that families of four taking RV vacations generate less CO2 than families traveling on a plane, renting a car and staying in a hotel. (click here to read the full study)

With nearly one billion tourists crisscrossing the globe every year, it's more important than ever for travelers to minimize their individual impact on the earth's natural and cultural treasures. Nearly one-fifth of RVers have solar panels on their RV to help generate their own power source. Taking a green approach to travel is important to protect the places you love to visit, not just for yourself but for those who come after you and for the people who live there long after you've gone home.