University of Maryland, Baltimore County
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 1.00 |
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
The Retriever Fleet program works like checking out a basketball. Present your UMBC ID at the RAC Front Desk. You will need to sign a contract and be entered into a checkout log to receive a bicycle, combination lock and safety helmet. Return the bike and accessories to the RAC. The program is free of charge unless damage is done to the equipment due to negligence and/or vandalism.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
UMBC partners with Zipcar.
https://www.zipcar.com/universities/university-of-maryland-baltimore-county
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
The University has preferential parking spots (e.g. closer to the buildings) for fuel-efficient vehicles (i.e. hybrids and EVs).
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:
The University has a total of 19 level 2 charging stations on campus. The charging stations are open and accessible to all students, employees, and visitors.
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:
Employees may utilize UMBC transit at no cost. UMBC Transit provides safe, reliable, responsive shuttle and charter bus services to meet the transportation needs of the UMBC community. Shuttle routes have over 300 stops and cover residential communities near campus, as well as shopping areas surrounding UMBC. Additionally, employees are eligible to receive free ridership on Baltimore Mass Transit which serves the greater Baltimore Metro area.
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:
Carpooling is incentivized for students and employees with a reduced parking permit,access to a prime parking lot on campus, access to prime parking spots, and a guaranteed ride home program.
https://parking.umbc.edu/carpooling/
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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