of Birmingham Sustainable Travel Action Plan (Updated July 2013)
The following Action Plan sets out the proposed Sustainable Travel Plan targets at the of Birmingham accompanied by the s existing sustainable travel initiatives and proposed measures under consideration to aid and enable their achievement. Key to Action Plan STPSG - Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group STG Sustainable Task Group - Sustainable Travel Coordinator SEA - Sustainability and Environmental Advisor HAS Hospitality and Accommodation Services HR Human Resources BUBUG Birmingham Bicycle Users Group BCC Birmingham City Council CSTG Campus Safe Transport Group EDF Estates Development Framework of Birmingham Sustainable Travel Plan 2010-15 (updated April 2013) 2
Commuting Marketing and Communication Identify current modes of travel for comparison with targets and baselines to assist in further informing and developing the Travel Plan. Analyse the carbon footprint for Scope 3 reporting purposes Identify staff commuting routes Raise awareness and promote Travel Plan initiatives Travel survey of both staff and students Map and analyse current routes travelled by commuters and cross reference with local travel services Sustainable Travel Publicity Campaign Undertake an online travel survey of both staff and students. Employ a Travel Survey Officer to assist in the marketing, promotion and statistical analysis of the survey. Liaise with Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) and Women s Hospital to comprise a jointly compatible travel survey. Exchange and compare information on key findings from the survey with Birmingham City Council and Centro and link into LSTF. Map staff and student postcodes via GIS and share information with UHB, National Express and Centro. Implement a new publicity campaign to promote sustainable travel initiatives to both staff and students. Revise pocket Travel Guide for circulation to all staff and students. Revise Smartmover logo Promote initiatives and discounts, via induction sessions, Wellbeing Days, departmental newsletters etc. Link real time travel information into main web portals. Post messages on staff and & UHB STPSG Survey held between 18 th Feb and 31 st March Reports completed June 2013 Staff postcodes collected and GIS expertise sourced from academic dept. Public transport maps obtained from Centro Developed in conjunction with Design and Publications plus Marketing and Communication Depts. Communications ongoing Action recommendations of the survey - ongoing June 2013 Pocket Guide and new logo measures completed Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 3
Marketing and Communication Raise awareness and promote Travel Plan initiatives Travel Champions student portals. Staff magazine (BUZZ) and online monthly newsletter (BUZZ Bitesize) Establish a network of travel champions to help communicate and promote a broad range of travel issues and initiatives relating to cycling, public transport, walking, car parking, car share and salary sacrifice schemes. Travel champions have been nominated for Corporate Services. Champions from the Colleges are being sought. First meeting held March 2013 to coincide with launch of new travel initiatives. Next meeting due in August 2013. Environment Day events Student accommodation information Social networking sites Invite key external travel partners including Centro, Birmingham City Council, Sustrans and NXWM to actively participate and promote joint travel initiatives at these events. Review and revise information supplied to new students within accommodation literature on travel options. Promote initiatives via the of Birmingham Facebook page Establish a Campus Safe Transport Group to assess and improve safety on the s road network, cycling and pedestrian routes. & HAS Accommodation Manager Annually at the start of each academic year November 2011 onwards Next day 8 th October Under review August 2013 Started June 2011 March 2012 Promote safe travel on campus Initiate a safe travel campaign to sit under the Smart mover branding to be launched in conjunction with the sustainable travel campaign to include production of web page and a UB Safe Travel video for cyclists, pedestrians & drivers Travel Around Safe and Sound to promote advantages of shared spaces where no one has preference. CSTG May 2013 Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 4
Marketing and Communication Reducing the need to travel Raise awareness and promote Travel Plan initiatives Reduce the need to travel website Travel website Academic Colleges Staff/student inductions Welcome Week Wellbeing days Open days Video- conferencing & teleconferencing Flexible working & working from home policy Improve navigation and search tools, assess feasibility of a link on the front page. Amend directions and Google maps to show locations of facilities such as cycle lockers and regularly update to reflect changes Revise and update content plus transfer pages to new UoB Intranet site and retain same address i.e. www.bham.ac.uk/travel as an alias Liaise with academic colleges and their environmental groups to encourage the adoption of sustainable travel as a regular agenda item. Participate at induction courses /sessions and include travel literature in induction packs. Attend the Welcome Week sessions for new students. Attend individual academic colleges and Corporate Services Wellbeing days. Promote to prospective students the travel benefits of the e.g. own train station and regular local bus services Promote the new fixed 6-seater video-conference suite which is equipped with large monitors. Up to 4 remote venues can be connected to simultaneously. Review policy following outcome of travel survey Discuss with IT Services Continuously updating with new initiatives and events Started with CoLES and EPS College Nov 2011 & SEA Monthly Annually Learning Resources and Accommodation Team (LRAT) HR Held throughout the year Approved Include in campaigns and on website Discussion needed with HR based on survey results September 2012 onwards August 2013 Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 5
Walking to the Increase the number of people walking to the for sustainable or health benefits Introduce and monitor a range of initiatives to encourage people to walk Initiatives and inducements include: Improved network of signed, well lit pedestrian pathways Provision of free personal alarms Pocket sized walking maps highlighting routes around campus and the local area Participation in Walk to Work Week events Work with the Security team and West Midlands Police to improve perceptions of campus safety In line with the Estates Development Framework where possible new pedestrian routes will be formed to strengthen links between the and surrounding areas. Liaise with Sport s Thrive Team for advice on organised walks, exercise, health and fitness, Estates, WM Police, CSTG & Sports Raised at induction sessions and via Travel webpages Cycling to the Increase the proportion of staff and students cycling to the Establish a Green Bike Project (GBP) on campus Consider options for introducing more local cycle routes Establish a bike maintenance workshop to provide a service to staff, students and the local community, (potentially also UHB) to help promote the benefits of cycling. Qualified mechanics to demonstrate and train people to maintain their own bikes. Liaise with Birmingham Cycling Greenways initiative and local landowners (e.g. Calthorpe Estates) STPSG, HAS, Estates Steering Group to be established with key external stakeholders Hospitality and Accommodation Services funded the refurbishment of a room for this project. GBP has been successful in a lottery application for funding for tools etc. Feasibility study being undertaken by Sustrans (March 2013) May 2013 students occupied the room in June and aim to open early September. Regular meetings are being held. Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 6
Cycling to the Increase the proportion of staff and students cycling to the Active bicycle users group (BUBUG) Regular Cycling Roadshows Events Website & forum promoted at events, bike roadshows, inductions etc. Minimum of x7 roadshows per year. These popular roadshows Include FREE cycle maintenance and cycle lessons tailored to each individuals experience plus the sale of second hand reconditioned bikes and security equipment including D locks and free security marking of bikes. Purchase new banners to promote roadshows Participate in Sky Ride Birmingham Bike to Work Week Introduce an annual UoB Cycle Ride BUBUG Established, BUBUG & Police Seven per year New flag type banners designed August 2012 event Last event 20.06.12 during bike week (16-24 June) Under Review February 2013 Start from campus19.08.12 Annually June 2013 Good coverage of cycle parking facilities Additional cycle parking facilities installed. Approximately 270 new spaces since 2009. Includes a secure 40 space compound, 9 cycle lockers plus the majority of new spaces are sheltered & Estates 26% increase in cycle parking places since 2009. More new facilities including cycle lockers to be installed. Lockers May 2013 & Station July 2013 Free shower and changing facilities Improved and additional shower and changing facilities. Facilities are incorporated during refurbishments where possible. Free access to shower facilities at Munrow Sports Centre & Estates 13 new shower facilities have been introduced in the last 2/3 years Cycle repair kits Assess feasibility of installing cycle pumps and repair kits at several locations on the main campus & HAS Assessing options September 2013 Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 7
Cycling to the Increase the proportion of staff and students cycling to the Salary sacrifice scheme Cyclescheme Maps travel related facilities Cycle hire scheme Pool bikes Allows staff to save money on the purchase cost of a new bike Electronic google map highlighting cycle parking on campus, shower and changing facilities and cycle routes around campus and the local area Explore the potential to introduce a cycle hire scheme or promote and support any local schemes HR, Estates, BCC 72 people joined scheme in 12 months (Jul 2011/12) Google map available May 2012 Exploring options and availability of financial resources. January 2013 Explore the potential to provide departments with pool bikes Assessing options Beginner bike maintenance classes Hold beginner bike maintenance classes at the Munrow Sports Centre., BUBUG & Sports New courses introduced Under Review Motorcycling Public Transport Support those who travel to the by motorcycle Increase the number of people travelling to the by public transport Free parking Improvements to railway station Establish a motorcycle users group Provide a dedicated web page Provision of free motorcycle parking spaces Improvements to be made to both South and North platforms. New bike facilities to be installed., HAS & Estates, London Midland & Estates Approved Webpage established Spaces have been provided North platform widened. New cycle shelter to be installed Launched March 2013 December 2012 New shelter installed July 2013 Live travel information Provide link from main web portals & Centro June 2013 Promote initiatives to encourage staff to try public transport instead of their car Car swap challenge schemes (e.g. Network West Midlands) that also provide goody bags on receipt of feedback form Centro, BBC + x20 people applied July 2012 Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 8
Public Transport Increase the number of people travelling to the by public transport Promotional material Improve bus coverage in the local area Interest free loans for public transport season tickets Swiftcard Introduce specific route bus passes Reduce the cost of student public transport season tickets Promote benefits of personal journey planners Provision of shuttle buses National Express West Midlands to provide free bus travel leaflets Liaise with National Express West Midlands on potential improvements to local bus service/s, for getting to and from the plus signage/branding on new bus service (99) to Uni of Birmingham. Undertake a review of and UHB staff postcodes and work with local transport operators in particular working with National Express West Midlands to identify whether services/routes can be improved. In partnership with National Express West Midlands the offers a 25% discount on annual bus passes to all staff Liaise with Centro regarding the feasibility of using the SWIFT smart card on local public transport. For example loading points for business travel. Review feasibility with NXWM Work in partnership with NXWM to assess options for further reducing the cost of student season tickets Provide links to journey planners covering West Midlands area travel e.g. http://www.networkwestmidlands.com /journeyplanner/journeyplanner_hom e.aspx Subsidised shuttle bus services operate between the student residences and the main Edgbaston campus. A free shuttle bus service NXWM +, STPSG & UHB & Finance NXWM travelling to UoB leaflet produced September 2012 2 new bus services introduced (98 + 99) in 2012 which serve Halls of Residence plus Edgbaston and Selly Oak Campus and uptake being monitored NXWM leaflet revised January 2013 99 bus service branded as serving of Birmingham April 2012 onwards & Centro Under discussion & MXWM HAS & NXWM + Marketing & Communication HAS & Reviewed March 2013 Under discussion June 2012 Updating publicity material Monitor and review effectiveness of services Not currently a viable option to be reviewed July 2013 August 2013 Under Review Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 9
operates between the Edgbaston and Selly Oak campus. Public Transport Increase the number of people travelling to the by public transport Develop good working relationships with local partners Introduce quicker systems to obtain tickets Improve Station facilities Close links with Birmingham City Council, Centro, London Midland and National Express Assess options for Smart/Oyster cards New Centro funded train ticket machine to be installed on campus Widening platforms and installing new cycling racks Established, HAS & Centro, Estates & Centro, Estates & London Midland Assessing options with local transport providers and Centro June 2013 Platforms widened January 2013 Car Sharing Increase the number of people car sharing to the Join a new carshare scheme and introduce incentives. Establish a new branded car share scheme with a national company STPSG & HAS Approved October 2013 A travel booking system enables:- Business Travel Reduce the carbon footprint generated from business activities Introduce a travel booking system to improve the processes used to source and purchase travel and accommodation for individuals travelling on business Increase the number of fuel efficient vehicles in its fleet (hydrogen & electric) and available to hire Hire vehicles Ability to compare ticket price, across multiple airline providers Ability to incorporate travel policy requirements into the booking process Informed decision making incorporating factors such as carbon footprint Carbon emissions data to be captured Undertake an assessment of current fleet and recommend options for replacing with more fuel efficient options and introduce a Vehicle Selection Strategy Reduce the number of cars hired annually for business purposes, STPSG & Finance & Transport Transport Presentation to key stakeholders July 2012 Fleet vehicles reduced from 116 to 109 (2008-12) 1,000 reduction: from 3,500 to 2,500 (2008-12) October 2012 onwards Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 10
Partnership Working General Measures Establish good links with the s partners and key stakeholders Maximise success of the Travel Plan Provide fuel efficient driving training course for employed drivers Promote alternative modes of travel for business use Salary sacrifice schemes Develop close working relationships and engage on a regular basis Make safety improvements to the campus Organised by Transport Manager Travel Plan + guide, events, campaigns, newsletters, websites etc. Assess feasibility of introducing a salary sacrifice scheme to purchase vehicles with a carbon emission limit Environmental Association of Universities and Colleges (EAUC) Birmingham TravelWise membership campus maps on Travel wise website Local universities working group Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Guild of Students Finance Conferencing and Events Office environmental task groups Improve CCTV coverage around campus. CCTV provision under review for potential upgrading following an assessment of a camera by camera operational requirement. Improve Campus lighting Explore the potential to enhance the use of the canal towpath for walking & cycling Personalised journey planning Transport Undertaken 2011 & Transport, Transport & Finance, SEA & Guild & Security & Security, Sustrans & British Waterways & TravelWise Feasibility study undertaken Good working relationships developed Assessment results due August 2012 Improved as feasible discussions Promoting Network West Due to launch September 2013 improvement Long term migration to new system 2014/5 Long term (1-2 years) promotion Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 11
Midlands journey planner Car Parking Reduce the number of people driving to the Other Improve the management and control of car parking facilities Consolidation of suppliers deliveries Maintain a daily pay-as-you-go charge 1 per day Revise the Car Parking Strategy Review honorary and emeritus staff car parking permit application process Improve lines, signage, lighting and surfaces, Finance & suppliers STPSG,, HAS, Estates and BCC & Car Parking Strategy Working Group STPSG & Estates Procurement under discussion e.g. with stationery suppliers Daily rate encourages adoption of alternative more sustainable modes of travel where possible Complete Reviewed and new application process to be introduced ( 250/year) or pay and display Improvements undertaken 2009-12 Approved by UEB March 2013 September 2013 review Stricter enforcement of car parks including the employment of x3 Security Traffic Control Officers (TCOs), financial penalties are now levied on offenders if they contravene the s Traffic Regulations. Monitor car parking on campus with the Security Team. STPSG,, HAS September 2011 Review student car parking policy STPSG Complete Constrain Estates Development Framework to current level of car parking spaces Revised policy to be implemented September 2013 Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 12
Travel Plan updated July 2013: Caroline Radnor (Sustainable Travel Co-ordinator) Key: STPSG Sustainable Travel Plan Steering Group, STG- Sustainable Task group, - Sustainable Travel Coordinator, SEA- Sustainability & Environmental Advisor, HAS- Hospitality & 13