#WhyFly

Event flyer for Writers Grotto Night featuring NYT bestselling author Caroline Paul discussing her book "Why Fly: Seeking Awe, Healing, and Our True Selves in the Sky" in conversation with Britta Stromeyer. San Francisco Public Library, Koret Auditorium, April 28, 6–7:30pm. Books for sale.

Come hear NYT bestselling author Caroline Paul talk about her new book Why Fly at the SF Public Library on April 28, 6–7:30 PM. A Writers Grotto Night with Britta Stromeyer — about awe, healing, and finding yourself in the sky. Books for sale. Free & worth it. 📚 #SanFrancisco #BookEvents #WhyFly

Why Fly website home screen reads: Why Fly? Flying is the most carbon-intensive mode of transport. We want Scottish businesses and public sector organisations to commit to choosing train over plane for UK trips.

Bar chart illustrating carbon footprints of air (177 kg of CO2 per passenger) vs rail (28 kg of CO2 per passenger)

Today we’re proud to launch Why Fly? – a new website which asks #WhyFly when rail beats air on comfort, carbon, and value to Scotland?

Explore our 20 year-long campaign: whyfly.scot

Trains emit up to 90% less CO₂ than flights, provide more comfort, and contribute more to Scotland’s economy.