| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 61.50 |
| Liaison | Jennifer Goree |
| Submission Date | June 17, 2024 |
Clemson University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.00 / 1.00 |
Dan
Hofman Director, Parking and Transportation Services Parking and Transportation Services |
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Clemson uses bicycles and have 9 active stations across campus with one more waiting to be installed. Last year we had over 55,000 miles ridden with 41 bikes in the system. 27 bikes are electric assist, and the other are acoustic bikes, but we have just ordered 19 new assisted bikes that are replacing the acoustic bikes.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
Clemson offers free carpool permits to all students, faculty, and staff. They must complete an application where then we look at their schedule to see if their schedules align for at least 4 days when coming and leaving campus. We currently have over 100 participants.
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
Clemson offers an LEV parking permit to faculty and staff that have qualifying 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?:
Clemson has 16 active level 2 chargers around campus with the addition of 10 more being installed by the end of March 2024.
Does the institution have 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:
Clemson has the Park-n-Ride program which encourages students and employees to take the bus from off campus lots for a discounted permit price.
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