Sakarya University implements a series of incentive-based practices to promote sustainable transportation habits and reduce environmental impacts among academic and administrative staff, as well as students accessing the campus. In this context, free staff shuttles operating during morning and evening hours help reduce private vehicle use and lower carbon emissions. On-campus bus and minibus routes also operate free of charge throughout the day, offering an accessible, affordable, and environmentally friendly transportation system for students and employees. In addition, the 54% public transportation discount provided by the Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality supports sustainable travel between the city center and the campus.
To promote zero-emission mobility for short distances, the university has established bicycle lanes and a free bicycle and e-scooter sharing system, along with secure parking areas in front of faculties. Furthermore, discounted decal applications for electric vehicle owners and charging stations installed across the campus encourage the use of low-emission vehicles.
Sakarya University also raises awareness and strengthens environmental consciousness among its community by organizing events such as Car-Free Campus Day, bicycle tours, and sustainable mobility seminars each year during European Mobility Week. These activities, carried out in cooperation with local authorities and student clubs, contribute to the wider adoption of sustainable transportation practices within society.
Through all these initiatives, university members are able to commute to work and study with lower carbon emissions in a cost-effective and accessible manner. By implementing these policies, Sakarya University continues to strengthen its culture of sustainable mobility and advance in alignment with Türkiye’s 2053 Net-Zero Carbon goal.
