| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 71.75 |
| Liaison | Jauna Vitale |
| Submission Date | Feb. 14, 2025 |
New York University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 1.00 |
Jauna
Vitale Assistant Director, Sustainability NYU 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:
Citi Bike is New York City’s bike share program and is available around virtually all NYU locations and in many parts of the City. By becoming an NYU Federal Credit Union member, students may be eligible for a $5/month Citi Bike membership. (link)
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
NYU partners with Via to provide free, on-demand shared ride service as a no-cost alternative means of transportation between designated NYU facilities in Manhattan and Brooklyn during the overnight hours. (link)
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
NYU offers free charging for faculty employees who park in the Silver Towers Parking Garage.
Does the institution have one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters?:
NYU has four electric vehicle chargers in the Washington Square Village Garage that are open to the public. (Chargepoint link)
Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
NYU’s Mortgage Program allows employees purchasing a residence close to campus to apply for reimbursement of mortgage origination fees up to three “points” or a maximum of $5,000.
NYU provides housing to many University faculty members, much of which is within walking distance to campus. This program is administered by NYU's Office of Faculty Housing and Residential Services, which is a comprehensive housing resource for University faculty. The office works directly with the Provost, faculty, senior staff, University deans, department chairs and other NYU constituents to seamlessly provide housing to NYU Faculty.
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:
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NYU participates in the Commuter Transit Program that offers a pre-tax benefit to save an average of 30% on public transit fees, transit parking cost, and/or carpool rides to commute. (link)
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NYU provides airport shuttle service between Manhattan campus & LaGuardia/JFK airports to NYU students for $5 per seat at the end of the fall semester.
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NYU provides free shuttle service connecting several residence halls, Washington Square, Medical Corridor, and Brooklyn locations. (link)
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NYU has a gated bicycle parking facility located in a central location at the Washington Square campus.
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