A company that manufactures gas-powered vehicles would not ordinarily be expected to take steps to reward employees for NOT driving to work. Nonetheless, Japan for Sustainability reports that Yamaha is rewarding communters with a small allowance if they walk or ride a bike (pedal bike that is). Employees report feeling healthier and less stressed.
Yamaha Promotes “Eco-Commuting”
By Nick Aster | June 7th, 2005 
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June 14, 2005 at 11:33 am PDT | Treehugger writes:
Yamaha Pays Employees to Leave the Motorcycle Home
Yamaha Motor Corporation, a motorcycle manufacturer, has started to reward its employees for eco-commuting. To be eligible for the small monthly sum (1000 yen, almost $10 US), employees can walk, cycle (on a human-powered bike) or use public transporta…