| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 71.21 |
| Liaison | Lisa Noriega |
| Submission Date | June 29, 2022 |
Yale University
OP-17: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.00 / 1.00 |
Amber
Garrard Associate Director Yale Office of Sustainability |
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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:
No. Yale does not currently have an official bicycle-sharing program and no local bicycle-sharing program exists. Yale is working with local non-profits and city officials to develop a local bikeshare program that could support the university and broader community.
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the car sharing program:
Yale has partnered with Zipcar since 2007. There are over 30 shared-use vehicles in nine locations across campus. There are several additional Zipcar locations within easy walking distance of campus.
Does the institution offer preferential parking or other incentives for fuel efficient vehicles?:
Yes
A brief description of the incentives for fuel efficient vehicles:
Preferred parking is available for electric vehicles.
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
None
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
In 2021, Yale installed dual-hose units, providing charging for 40 vehicles.
Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
The Yale New Haven Homebuyer Program provides down payment and mortgage payment assistance for employees who purchase homes in selected New Haven neighborhoods, all within walking, biking, and/or transit distance 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?:
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:
Yale partners with CTrides to provide employees with incentives to seek alternatives to driving alone. This program offers free commuter counseling, coordinates telework assistance, emergency ride home programs for transit and rideshare users, cash/incentive rewards to members who track sustainable transit, and outreach campaigns throughout the year. Due to Yale's commitment and dedication to encourage sustainable commuting, the University was designated a CTrides Transportation Leader in 2021. https://ctrides.com/
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/campus-services
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