| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 48.68 |
| Liaison | Darcy Coughlan |
| Submission Date | Nov. 24, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Coastal Carolina University
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.50 / 2.00 |
Jennifer
Sellers Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability |
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:
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:
Short-term bicycle racks are provided at every building.
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 bicycle sharing program, called Coastal Cycles, is offered by Campus Recreation. With 150 bicycles available, the Coastal Cycles Program is a free bike sharing program for use by students, staff and faculty. The program helps to reduce parking demands, promote healthy lifestyles and help create a cleaner environment. Bicycles are available for 30-day periods with free regular maintenance.
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:
Coastal Carolina University has been designated as a Bicycle Friendly Campus by the League of American Bicyclists in September 2015 in the bronze 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 Campus Shuttle is operated by Coastal Carolina University and offers free shuttle
service between main campus, University Place, east campus and local areas. Students
can make reservations for the shuttle to take them to area transportation providers including
the Myrtle Beach Airport, the Myrtle Beach Greyhound Station and the Florence Amtrak
Station. Reservations for both pick-ups and drop-offs must be made three days in
advance.
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:
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 Coastal Ride Board gives students, faculty and staff the ability to make carpool
arrangements for rides. Login using your CCU username and password.
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:
Coastal has Zipcar, a car-sharing membership-based program which allows members to borrow a car anytime they need one, 24/7. Zipcars are located next to Palmetto Hall on main campus. Members may be students, staff, faculty and community members.
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:
Two EV stations are located on-campus for free use. http://www.coastal.edu/sustain/campusinitiatives/transportation.html
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:
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:
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 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:
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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