Oregon Launched Annual Get There Challenge
The statewide program incentivizes residents to log sustainable commutes to reduce traffic and vehicle emissions.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Remote Work
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Commute Options has kicked off its annual Get There Challenge across Oregon, encouraging residents to swap single-occupancy driving for greener transportation. Participants who log non-solo trips via the Get There Connect platform are eligible for various gift card incentives throughout the event.
Why it matters
The initiative aims to decrease the reliance on solo vehicle trips, which contribute significantly to traffic congestion and environmental impact. By promoting alternative commuting methods, the state hopes to save residents money while lowering overall carbon footprints.
The program offers 14 weekly $25 gift card prizes and 3 grand prize $100 gift cards to participants logging trips, with 30 additional local prizes available in Central Oregon. A typical passenger vehicle generates 4.6 metric tons of CO2 annually.
The players
Commute Options
This organization manages programs and initiatives designed to reduce traffic congestion and promote sustainable travel alternatives.
Get There Connect
This is the digital platform used by residents to track their non-solo commuting trips for participation in the statewide challenge.
The details
To participate, residents must create an account on the Get There Connect platform and manually log their non-solo travel. Logging at least one trip during each of the two challenge weeks qualifies users for the grand prize drawing.
Timeline
The challenge began on October 1, 2026.
The program concludes on October 14, 2026.
Market Landscape
The Get There Challenge aligns with a growing industry trend of using digital platforms to gamify sustainability and reduce workplace commuting footprints. This positioning allows Commute Options to compete with private ride-sharing and transit apps by prioritizing community-wide carbon reduction metrics.
Oregon residents can offset daily fuel and maintenance costs by switching to sustainable transit methods during the challenge period. Participants have the chance to win financial rewards, including weekly $25 prizes or a $100 grand prize, simply by logging their trips.
The takeaway
Adopting alternative transportation methods provides a direct way to reduce personal environmental impact while potentially earning financial rewards. Residents should ensure their trips are logged consistently on the platform to maximize their eligibility for the prize drawings.
Further reading
Learn more about evolving workplace flexibility and commuting trends in the Oregon Remote Work section.
More information
To create an account and track your commute, visit the Commute Options registration portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Source - Bend, Oregon.
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