There are lots of ways to get involved and support sustainable travel at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø—whether that’s getting active, volunteering, or making greener choices day to day:
- Become an and help inspire others
- Volunteer at ‘Fix It’ sessions
- Support local air quality monitoring with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø
- Explore low-carbon travel options via the website
- Discover local walking routes with the
When travelling on University business, take a moment to consider your travel choices and their environmental impact. Our travel policy outlines expectations and guidance to help you choose lower-carbon options wherever possible.
Cycling
We’re making it easier than ever to cycle:
- Use the to hire a refurbished bike or attend maintenance sessions
- Borrow an free for up to 24 hours through the Green Commute Initiative
- Pick up free during winter months
- Join our —free, social, and a great way to start your day
Cycle to work scheme
Save money and support your wellbeing by cycling to work. Our salary sacrifice scheme allows you to spread the cost of a bike and equipment (up to £2,500) over 12–24 months, tax efficiently.
Getting around sustainably
Bus
Enjoy affordable travel across Scotland with major discounts available. Staff and students receive discount off Stagecoach services, with additional options like .
Train
Leuchars station connects ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to the wider UK network. Plan your journey with , then take a short bus, taxi, or cycle into town.
Driving
If you need to drive, consider to cut costs and emissions. The University prioritises parking for shared vehicles and is expanding this across campus.
Electric vehicles
Charging points are available across campus via , supporting a transition to lower-emission travel.
Air travel
Air travel is sometimes necessary, but it has a significant carbon impact. If you’re planning a trip, consider whether alternatives could work.
What we are doing
We regularly survey staff and students to understand travel behaviour and improve sustainable options. See the latest findings in our