| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 69.71 |
| Liaison | Alex Davis |
| Submission Date | Feb. 28, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Arizona State University
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.88 / 2.00 |
Betty
Lombardo Manager University Sustainability Practices |
Does the institution provide secure bicycle storage (not including office space), shower facilities, and lockers for bicycle commuters?:
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
Arizona State University has several bike lockers within a secured fenced area of our Fulton Parking Structure and within a secured area of our Biodesign Institute. We have shower facilities in some buildings including our Student Recreation Complex.
Does the institution provide short-term bicycle parking (e.g. racks) within 50 ft (15 m) of all occupied, non-residential buildings and make long-term bicycle storage available within 330 ft (100 m) of all residence halls (if applicable)?:
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Bike racks have been installed within 50 ft of all occupied, non-residential buildings. Students can store their bicycles in the bike racks short-term or long-term as they wish.
Does the institution have a “complete streets” or bicycle accommodation policy (or adhere to a local community policy) and/or have a continuous network of dedicated bicycle and pedestrian paths and lanes?:
A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
The Bike Co-op on the Tempe and Polytechnic Campuses houses the University Student Government Community Bikes program. It is an initiative that allows ASU students, faculty, and staff to check out one of 15 bicycles for up to 10 days for no charge.
The Bike Co-op also provides reduced-cost tools, parts (both new and used), and assistance needed to repair bicycles.
In 2009, Arizona State University established a Departmental Bike Sharing Program at the Tempe campus within the Global Institute of Sustainability. Building occupants can checkout a bicycle online as they do for an electric cart. This program is available university-wide.
Is the institution certified as a Bicycle Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists (U.S.) or under a similar third party certification covering non-motorized transportation?:
A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
Does the institution offer free or reduced price transit passes and/or operate a free campus shuttle for commuters?:
A brief description of the mass transit program(s), including availability, participation levels, and specifics about discounts or subsidies offered (including pre-tax options):
The Arizona State University U-Pass provides unlimited access to all four campuses and greater Phoenix on Valley Metro bus routes and the METRO light rail. The U-Pass is available to students, faculty, and staff for a discounted rate. There are also free intercampus shuttles from the Tempe campus to each of the other Arizona State University campuses and a free on-campus shuttle service at the Tempe campus.
Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
A brief description of the GRT program:
Arizona State University’s Guaranteed Ride Home program is part of the ASU Trip Reduction Plan that is submitted to the County and is for those who have employee transit passes or are registered carpoolers. An individual is first asked to check to see if any of their colleagues can offer transportation. If not, then the university will coordinate a taxi ride. The taxi ride limit is $20 per individual.
Does the institution participate in a car/vanpool or ride sharing program and/or offer reduced parking fees or preferential parking for car/vanpoolers?:
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
The University offers a carpool matching program through the regional Valley Metro website. ShareTheRide.com provides University students, faculty and staff with access to a secure, private carpool matching database.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program, such as a commercial car-sharing program, one administered by the institution, or one administered by a regional organization?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
ASU has partnered with Zipcar to provide the University community with a sustainable alternative to personal automobile use. The program consist of 13 cars across all four campuses.
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:
Arizona State University’s Parking & Transit Services (PTS) is partnering with ECOtality, a leader in clean electric transportation solutions, to provide six, Level 2 Blink electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on the ASU Tempe campus.
Does the institution offer a telecommuting program for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
A brief description of the telecommuting program:
The University offers telecommuting for its employees. Telecommuting guidelines have been established to ensure that fair and consistent treatment, criteria and standards are established before a Supervisor can consider any requests. Each Supervisor can decide for themselves whether to offer telecommuting. The only criteria for the Supervisor is that the office must have sufficient coverage.
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
A brief description of the condensed work week program:
Employees may work different schedules to provide the necessary services to the university community, to expedite a unit's work flow or to accommodate an individual employee's needs. Supervisory approval is required for all changes to any work schedules. There are two typical condensed work week option, although other options are available per discussion and approval by the employee and supervisor. The two typical schedules are: Four-day/40-hour work week and Nine-day/80-hour, two-week work week.
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:
Employees are eligible to live in small individual houses on the Polytechnic Campus, once all interested students have been accommodated. Further, the heavy public transportation subsidy provided by the University is an incentive for living closer to its campuses.
Does the institution have other incentives or programs to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
A brief description of other sustainable transportation initiatives and programs:
ASU Transit Services has:
Created a new position titled Bicycle Program Manager. The Bicycle Program Manager’s primary responsibilities will be to develop, implement and maintain programs and activities that encourage bicycle usage on and off campus. The Manager will be the lead liaison in connecting bike commuters with services that can help them maintain their bikes and stay safe on the roads. Lewandowski will also assist cyclists with incorporating other modes of transportation that contribute to ASU sustainability goals into their daily commutes.
Introduced valet parking at the Tempe campus. Daily service is currently available in select locations, while daily valet service will commence at the Downtown Phoenix campus Spring 2014. Valet service is currently available at all four ASU campuses for departments hosting special events.
Offers a FREE bicycle valet service, a first-of-its-kind amenity on the Tempe campus. the attended bicycle parking service offers room for up to 150 bicycles. It is located just east of the Memorial Union (MU), between the MU and the Physical Education West buildings. Students, faculty and staff drop their bike off with the valet attendant who issues them a ticket number. When they are ready to leave, they present their ticket to the valet to retrieve their bike.
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.