Green Gown Awards 2016 – Continuous Improvement – The University of Nottingham – Finalist

A decade of driving sustainable transport

The University of Nottingham has, over the past decade, delivered a suite of creative projects mainstreaming sustainable, healthy, travel options that has reduced single-occupancy car use, increased participation by active travel and reduced its carbon footprint.

More recently collaboration across the city has resulted in further city-wide projects with significant investment, promotion and collaboration, and a strong lead by senior management, a culture shift in travel habits amongst staff and students has been and continues to be delivered.

Top 3 learnings

1 Commitment from the top is essential

2 Working with key stakeholders and partners is essential

3 Be bold and brave.