This new report from ICMA explores the benefits to municipal governments from enacting telecommuting policies. Reducing the number of daily commuters can significantly reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Fewer commuters can also reduce traffic congestion on roads and highways and reduce the depreciation these roads experience through use.
For more information: http://icma.org/en/icma/newsroom/highlights/Article/102815/Benefits_of_Telecommuting