| Overall Rating | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 86.26 |
| Liaison | Karen Oberer |
| Submission Date | Jan. 17, 2024 |
McGill University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.00 / 1.00 |
Karen
Oberer Sustainability Officer McGill Office of Sustainability |
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
McGill community members are now eligible for a 10% discount toward seasonal memberships for the BIXI bike-share program.
https://www.mcgill.ca/transport/bixi
A small fleet of bicycles is available free to staff and students on the Macdonald campus, upon presentation of a valid McGill ID card. Bikes are available from 9am to 8pm on weekdays, 8am to 12pm on Saturdays, and 12pm to 4pm on Sundays, from April to October, and can be borrowed for up to four hours at a time. They are available at the Stewart Athletic Complex. Helmet and lock are included.
https://www.mcgill.ca/transport/cycling
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
In Fall 2023, McGill inaugurated the McGill Rideshare program, a quick, free, and secure way to find other members of the McGill community with a similar commute. The app is designed to help staff and students find other staff and students with a similar commute to carpool with. Participants can book a one-off trip or be matched with a recurring and reliable carpool partner. Participants can adjust their preferences to connect specifically with fellow students or fellow staff members only.
https://www.mcgill.ca/transport/rideshare
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
McGill construction standards require that any new or renovated parking areas designate 5% of spaces as preferred parking for green vehicles, and that 2% of all new parking spaces be equipped with Type 2 electrical charging stations.
Source: https://www.mcgill.ca/buildings/files/buildings/9._landscape_0.pdf
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:
There are 26 electric vehicle charging stations located on the downtown campus (23), the Macdonald campus (2), and the Gault Reserve (1).
They are located in the Bronfman (two Level 2 charging stations) and McIntyre garages downtown and at the Macdonald and Gault campuses. McGill construction standards require that any new or renovated parking areas designate 5% of spaces as preferred parking for green vehicles, and that 2% of all new parking spaces be equipped with Type 2 electrical charging stations.
Sources: https://www.mcgill.ca/buildings/files/buildings/9._landscape_0.pdf
https://www.mcgill.ca/travelservices/tips/sustainable-travel/transportation-tips
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:
Macdonald Campus Housing has houses of various sizes close to campus (the furthest being approximately 3 km away) that can accommodate employees and their families. Only full-time McGill employees may apply to live in these residences.
https://www.mcgill.ca/apo/staff-guides/life-quebec/housing
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:
The lower area of downtown Campus was made a car-free zone in 2008. Vehicle circulation on the Lower Campus is limited to emergency, delivery, service and certain construction vehicles, as well as those used by persons with disabilities or limited mobility. Emergency vehicles are permitted at all times.
In January 2020, McGill instituted FWA (Flexible Work Arrangements) as a pilot program intended to contribute to the development of a flexible work culture in support of employee well-being. This program was extended in 2021 and renamed Interim Flexible Work Arrangements (IFWA) program. The IFWA is intended to enable a flexible work environment when reasonable and possible given the operational needs of the unit and operational requirements of an employee’s position. The IFWA contributes to the university's sustainability efforts by reducing travel time thereby decreasing McGill’s environmental footprint.
https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/flexibility/fwa
McGill students are also eligible for a reduced fare on Montreal's public transportation system, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM). Currently (as of July 2020), students pay 40% less for the monthly fare card. Note that all students in Montreal are eligible for this reduced fare.
https://www.mcgill.ca/student-records/personal-information/opus
McGill Travel Services has a section on of its website devoted to Sustainable Travel. The site offers guidance on booking sustainable travel and accommmodation.
https://www.mcgill.ca/travelservices/tips/sustainable-travel
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:
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