Montana State University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.60 / 1.00 |
Paul
Edlund Project Coordinator 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:
MSU Facilities Services provides free bicycle rentals to any MSU affiliate. In addition, commuter bikes are available to rent for a daily fee through the Outdoor Recreation Program Rental Shop. Both of these options ensure that biking is an accessible transportation option.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
MSU offers preferred parking for fuel-efficient vehicles through MSU Parking Services. To qualify for a Low Emission Vehicle Parking Permit, vehicles must meet the criteria as a LEED v. 4 45+ vehicle on the LEED Qualified Vehicle List. Once a request is approved, the applicant will receive a 20% discount on their parking permit.
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:
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 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:
Montana State University encourages commuters to save money, cut carbon emissions, and reduce impacts on roadways by utilizing available eco- friendly means of transportation to campus. The Guaranteed Ride Home Program provides MSU staff and faculty with a reliable return home if an emergency prohibits them from using a sustainable method of transportation. In addition, the Outdoor Recreation Program offers bike-fix-it classes to facilitate safe riding conditions for bike commuters.
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:
More information on the BMP can be found at: http://www.montana.edu/pdc/projects/2017/Files/Bicycle-Master-Plan.html
More information on the BMP can be found at: http://www.montana.edu/pdc/projects/2017/Files/Bicycle-Master-Plan.html
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