Appalachian State University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.40 / 1.00 |
Jim
Dees Data and Assessment Specialist Office of Sustailability |
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Though not bike sharing, Bike App supports the Appalachian State community through education and advocacy for a more sustainable, bike-friendly campus and town. Bike App provides *free* bicycle tunings, repairs, and other educational opportunities. Bike App is located on Rivers St across from Katherine Harper Hall. No need to sign up in advance, just drop by the trailer during open hours.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
There is a fleet of vehicles available for shared use by campus employees:
The App State motor pool has four all-electric Chevrolet Bolts and an electric-hybrid Chevrolet Volt. Charging stations for campus use are located at the Legends Lot and the Rivers Street Parking Deck.
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
Does the institution have one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters?:
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
Currently App State has 6 charging stations, two located at River Street Parking deck and four in the Legends parking lot along with a solar canopy. All of these charges are level 2 and are provided as a free service.
Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
Does the institution have other programs or initiatives to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and/or reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
A brief description of other programs or initiatives to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and/or reduce the impact of student and employee commuting:
Appalachian State University's Carbon Neutral Commuter program:
With the purchase of a campus parking pass, Appalachian State University staff, students and faculty had the opportunity to make a financial gift to support the purchase of carbon offsets. This voluntary contribution of $8 will reduce the university’s carbon footprint by the amount of carbon created during an average commute by one person for one year.
Website URL where information about the institution’s support for sustainable transportation is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Biodiesel project - https://stbe.appstate.edu/research-facilities/collaborative-biodiesel-project
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