I thought this was interesting. WhereIs is launching a free carbon-offsetting promotion. After mapping your trip at WhereIs.com, users register to have Whereis fund the offsetting of the greenhouse gases generated by their trip!

More info at http://www.thegreenroad.com.au

Let's talk about a subject that is very hot these days -- green or eco-friendly tourism.

If you don’t have the money for the Toyota Prius, your second choice can be to find wheels with the new regulations standards on carbon emissions in the rides. Many car makes and models have the standards needed to meet emission guidelines. A good source to look to for these would be Consumer Reports or Car & Driver magazines, depending on your driving needs and use.