Atlanta Regional Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Annual Report

Metro Atlanta is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S., but this rapid expansion brings significant transportation challenges. Traffic congestion, long and costly commutes, high transportation expenses, and environmental concerns make mobility a pressing issue.

People participating in a carpool to commute smarter

The Atlanta Regional TDM Program addresses these issues by using targeted strategies to reduce the number of single-occupancy vehicles on the road. This is achieved through a network of TDM service providers and stakeholders who work together to help shift commuters to alternative transportation modes, lower emissions through sustainable transportation options, and alleviate financial burdens by promoting affordable commute solutions.

Atlanta Regional TDM Program

The Atlanta Regional TDM Program serves a 20-county Atlanta region to provide resources, incentives, and services to decrease single-occupancy vehicle travel while encouraging alternative modes.

Georgia Commute Options (GCO), the regional provider of TDM services, works with six Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) to implement the Atlanta Regional TDM Program. Georgia Commute Schools (GCS), a program of GCO, works with regional school districts on TDM initiatives to improve air quality and safety around schools.

The Atlanta Regional TDM Program is managed by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) and funded by the Georgia Department of Transportation.

2024 By the Numbers:

  • 496,855 alternative mode trips were logged in the MyGCO app in 2024. Alternative modes include carpool, vanpool, transit, walk, bike, telework, compressed work week, and scooter
  • 8,779,801 pounds of CO2 reduced in 2024 resulting from the Atlanta Regional TDM Program. This is equivalent to the amount of CO2 emitted from 448,121 gallons of gasoline.
  • 10,423,877 is the number of vehicle miles traveled (VMT) reduced in 2024 resulting from the Atlanta Regional TDM Program. This is equivalent to 162,924 trips around I-285 (the “Perimeter”)
  • $1,394 average dollars saved by each MyGCO app user who commuted using alternative modes in 2024
  • 584 total GCO employer partners in 2024
  • 42 new GCO employer partners in 2024
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UASI
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