Dear CCE Students, We are excited to invite you to participate in the EquityRides Pilot Test. EquityRides is a software-based mobility innovation to generate carbon credits and equity credits for public transit trips to enhance equitable and sustainable transportation. The app is developed by the research team of Build America Center (BAC)<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbac.umd.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccce-undergraduates-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Ccbe72b5ad31b4d2d9d9208dd505eeb0f%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638755091742948637%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=078MH6Np2VvyLlI39Y1Lwdmp3MYBd%2B3MBkwl2VKNCDo%3D&reserved=0>. We are looking for 15-20 testers who are CityBus Lafayette riders to try out our app and provide feedback. The testing period runs from February 19th to 28th, and participants will receive a $25 cash reward upon completing the test. How to Participate: 1. Be a CityBus Lafayette rider during the testing period. 2. Download and use the EquityRides app for your transit trips and sign up an account. 3. Complete 5-10 EquityRides trips while riding CityBus (each trip must be at least 5 minutes). 4. Earn $25 cash !!! If you're interested in being part of this exciting initiative, please sign up here<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfuII78j3hBaIuJEq24glaJjLiuRhYKeG-5oTKp5bDeNJMBQg%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Ccce-undergraduates-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Ccbe72b5ad31b4d2d9d9208dd505eeb0f%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638755091742966953%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jkqwC8FIdpV9yP%2FHc1UtWS0fuffM%2BbEiS2gkdt5oYB8%3D&reserved=0>. Selected participants will be informed of the next steps. Spots are limited, so secure yours today! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. See flyer for more information. About BAC The Build America Center (BAC) led by the University of Maryland is a research institution dedicated to advancing innovative solutions in financing, funding, and project delivery for transportation infrastructure. Through a knowledge hub, cutting-edge research, collaborative partnerships, and specialized training, BAC fosters forward-thinking approaches to infrastructure development and delivery. Purdue University is the midwestern region partner of the center. Thanks, Deepak Benny Research Assistant, Build America Center, Purdue University.