| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 69.86 |
| Liaison | Nicole Arsenault |
| Submission Date | April 3, 2024 |
York University
OP-16: Commute Modal Split
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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4.01 / 5.00 |
Nicole
Arsenault Program Director, Sustainability Office of Sustainability |
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Total full-time equivalent student enrollment:
54,722
Full-time equivalent of employees:
4,906
Has the institution gathered data about student commuting behavior?:
Yes
Total percentage of students that use more sustainable commuting options as their primary mode of transportation:
81.70
A brief description of the method(s) used to gather data about student commuting:
York University, in partnership with Parking & Transportation, Ancillary Services, the Office of Sustainability, and Professor Burkard Eberlein, a Provostial Fellow and researcher focussed on reducing mobility-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at York, conducted the 2022 Transportation survey in October 2022 to better understand the travel choices of York University students, staff, and faculty. As York University aims to reduce emissions and meet its net-zero emissions goal by 2049, the assessment of the effectiveness of current policies, such as the use of “Smart Commute” by the York community, is important in achieving sustainable transportation.
The 2022 Transportation survey asked survey participants regarding their commuting behaviors (e.g., modes of commuting, frequency of commuting, distance, time needed, satisfaction and challenges, use of bikeshares, etc.). The purpose of the survey was to gather important data that would help to improve public transit options for commute and reduce the carbon footprint from single-occupancy vehicles and air travel for university business. In addition, the 2022 Transportation survey asked specific questions relevant to the impact of COVID-19, such as the number of days working on-campus, whether the new ways of working (e.g., remote work, hybrid work, etc.) have changed their views on their commutes to campus. In addition, questions regarding the impact of business travel, particularly air travel or travel by faculty, were also asked.
The 2022 Transportation survey asked survey participants regarding their commuting behaviors (e.g., modes of commuting, frequency of commuting, distance, time needed, satisfaction and challenges, use of bikeshares, etc.). The purpose of the survey was to gather important data that would help to improve public transit options for commute and reduce the carbon footprint from single-occupancy vehicles and air travel for university business. In addition, the 2022 Transportation survey asked specific questions relevant to the impact of COVID-19, such as the number of days working on-campus, whether the new ways of working (e.g., remote work, hybrid work, etc.) have changed their views on their commutes to campus. In addition, questions regarding the impact of business travel, particularly air travel or travel by faculty, were also asked.
Has the institution gathered data about employee commuting behavior?:
Yes
Total percentage of employees that use more sustainable commuting options as their primary mode of transportation:
63.70
A brief description of the method(s) used to gather data about employee commuting:
York University, in partnership with Parking & Transportation, Ancillary Services, the Office of Sustainability, and Professor Burkard Eberlein, a Provostial Fellow and researcher focussed on reducing mobility-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at York, conducted the 2022 Transportation survey in October 2022 to better understand the travel choices of York University students, staff, and faculty. As York University aims to reduce emissions and meet its net-zero emissions goal by 2049, the assessment of the effectiveness of current policies, such as the use of “Smart Commute” by the York community, is important in achieving sustainable transportation.
The 2022 Transportation survey asked survey participants regarding their commuting behaviors (e.g., modes of commuting, frequency of commuting, distance, time needed, satisfaction and challenges, use of bikeshares, etc.). The purpose of the survey was to gather important data that would help to improve public transit options for commute and reduce the carbon footprint from single-occupancy vehicles and air travel for university business. In addition, the 2022 Transportation survey asked specific questions relevant to the impact of COVID-19, such as the number of days working on-campus, whether the new ways of working (e.g., remote work, hybrid work, etc.) have changed their views on their commutes to campus. In addition, questions regarding the impact of business travel, particularly air travel or travel by faculty, were also asked.
The 2022 Transportation survey asked survey participants regarding their commuting behaviors (e.g., modes of commuting, frequency of commuting, distance, time needed, satisfaction and challenges, use of bikeshares, etc.). The purpose of the survey was to gather important data that would help to improve public transit options for commute and reduce the carbon footprint from single-occupancy vehicles and air travel for university business. In addition, the 2022 Transportation survey asked specific questions relevant to the impact of COVID-19, such as the number of days working on-campus, whether the new ways of working (e.g., remote work, hybrid work, etc.) have changed their views on their commutes to campus. In addition, questions regarding the impact of business travel, particularly air travel or travel by faculty, were also asked.
Percentage of students and employees that use the following as their primary mode of transportation:
| Percentage of students (0-100) | Percentage of employees (0-100) | |
| Single-occupancy vehicle | 19.20 | 38.40 |
| Zero-emissions vehicle | 1 | 2.20 |
| Walk, cycle, or other non-motorized mode | 3.80 | 8.40 |
| Vanpool or carpool | 15.40 | 7.70 |
| Public transport or campus shuttle | 57.70 | 44.60 |
| Motorcycle, motorized scooter/bike, or moped | 3.80 | 0.80 |
| Distance education / telecommute | 1 | 41.80 |
Website URL where information about student or employee commuting is available:
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