| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 66.56 |
| Liaison | David Blodgett |
| Submission Date | March 13, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Babson College
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.75 / 2.00 |
Asheen
Phansey Director of Sustainability President's Office |
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Does the institution provide secure bicycle storage (not including office space), shower facilities, and lockers for bicycle commuters?:
Yes
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A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
The college does not have indoor secure bike storage but does have many bike racks spread across the grounds, and bicycle theft is not a concern on our campus. Showers and lockers are available at the Webster Athletic Center, and a pair of public showers is provided in the lower level of Park Manor North. Bike racks are available at both locations.
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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)?:
No
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A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
There are bike racks across campus but no long-term storage options.
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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?:
Yes
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A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
All buildings are accessible by bike and to pedestrians, and connect to the Babson, Olin, Wellesley shuttle stop that connects the three colleges and Boston.
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Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
No
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A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
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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?:
No
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A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
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Does the institution offer free or reduced price transit passes and/or operate a free campus shuttle for commuters?:
Yes
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A brief description of the mass transit program(s), including availability, participation levels, and specifics about discounts or subsidies offered (including pre-tax options):
Two shuttle services are offered free of charge to students:
Shuttle van service is provided between Babson College, Olin College, Wellesley College throughout the week.
Shuttle service is provided on the weekends to mass transit and points of interest in Boston.
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Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
No
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A brief description of the GRT program:
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Does the institution participate in a car/vanpool or ride sharing program and/or offer reduced parking fees or preferential parking for car/vanpoolers?:
Yes
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A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
Preferred parking locations are provided for carpoolers.
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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?:
Yes
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A brief description of the car sharing program:
We have a minimum of three Zipcar vehicles available for use 24 hours a day.
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Does the institution have one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters?:
Yes
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A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
Babson offers Level 2 electric vehicle charging in the Knight Lot. Charging is free for the Babson community.
http://www.babson.edu/about-babson/sustainability/whatyoucando/Pages/Green-Commute.aspx
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Does the institution offer a telecommuting program for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
Yes
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A brief description of the telecommuting program:
Through the Flexible Work Schedules Program employees can apply to telecommute one day each week.
Information available to all employees in the employee handbook.
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Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
Yes
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A brief description of the condensed work week program:
During the regular academic year, employees can apply to condense their work week through the Flexible Work Schedule Program. Information on the program is available in the employee handbook.
Babson also offers a Summer Condensed Work Week Program.
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Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
No
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A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
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Does the institution have other incentives or programs to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
No
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A brief description of other sustainable transportation initiatives and programs:
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The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
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