Skip to main content
Donate
Donate

Sustainable transport

Dal is planning more active transportation infrastructure and activities along with a revamp of existing programs to increase participation.
Did you know Dal has a comprehensive Climate Change Operations Plan?
Access the document [PDF-2 MB]
A man boards a Halifax Transit bus.

Actions

Transportation Demand Management (TDM)

A number of TDM programs have been implemented including: 

  • travel avoidance policies

  • bus passes

  • ride share programs

  • cycling and pedestrian infrastructure and initiatives 

More active transportation infrastructure and activities are being planned along with a revamp of existing programs to increase participation. 

Visit the Transportation page to explore sustainable transportation options on the Dal campus

Greening Fleet 

Greening fleet guidelines have been established that focuses new fleet procurement on right-sizing and low carbon emission vehicles. Longer-term plans include switching fleet to electric. 

Targets

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reductions 

2020  -  2030: 50 tonnes 

2030  -  2040: 100 tonnes 

2040  -  2050: 0 tonnes 

Total: 150 tonnes 

 

Adaptation 

Supporting more cycling and walking infrastructure and corridors throughout campuses and community sustainable transportation initiatives.