Overall Rating Bronze
Overall Score 37.30
Liaison Jennifer Dunseath
Submission Date July 26, 2022

STARS v2.2

Roger Williams University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.60 / 1.00
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Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
No

A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
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Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
Yes

A brief description of the car sharing program:

Zipcars are available to RWU students ages 18+, faculty and staff. A Zipcar is, literally, wheels when you want them. With Zipcars parked on campus, all you have to do is decide where you want to go and when. Zipcar’s cutting-edge technology allows you to reserve a car online, or on your mobile device, 24/7. Low hourly and daily rates include gas, insurance, and 180 miles per day. RWU Zipcars are located by the Fine Arts Building, across from Maple Hall. To find out more go to the RWU Zipcar site.


Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
No

A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
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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

A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:

RWU has four ChargePoint stations on campus. ChargePoint is the world’s largest and most open EV charging network. As a member, you can charge your EV vehicle here on campus while you're in class or studying. Plug in at our charging station located by the Parking Garage, Lot D entrance or Fine Arts Building or at our Bay Point residence hall in Portsmouth.


Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
No

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 programs or initiatives to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and/or reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
Yes

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:
Website URL where information about the institution’s support for sustainable transportation is available:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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