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Accessibility & LanguageMay University of Galway awarded the NTA Smarter Travel Mark
University of Galway awarded the NTA Smarter Travel Mark
University of Galway students and staff accept the NTA Smarter Travel Mark. Pictured L-R: Faye Ní Dhomhnaill, Students’ Union President, Adam Mullins, Student Pantry, Professor Becky Whay, Interim Deputy President and Registrar, Dr Richard Manton, Director of Sustainability, Peter O’Neill, Students’ Union Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Officer, Michelle O’Dowd Lohan, Community and University Sustainability Officer. Photo: Aengus McMahon
May
19
2025
Posted: 12:38 IST
University of Galway has been awarded the Smarter Travel Mark by the National Transport Authority during Bike Week 2025.
The award recognises the University’s significant progress in promoting sustainable travel initiatives on campus. University staff and students accepted the award at an event during Bike Week 2025.
Dr Richard Manton, Director of Sustainability, University of Galway, said: “We are very pleased to have achieved the NTA Smarter Travel Mark. This mark celebrates the collective effort of staff, students, and partners working towards a healthier and more sustainable future. Particular credit is due to the University’s Buildings and Estates Office for making the campus a more friendly place for walking, cycling and wheeling.”
University of Galway marked Bike Week 2025 with a range of on campus events promoting cycling, community and sustainability across campus. Activities included a Bike Maintenance Talk and Demo with An Mheitheal Rothar offering staff and students practical advice on keeping their bikes in top shape.
The University also hosted a Coffee Morning / Connect Café at Moffett’s, where participants enjoyed inspiring conversations with Professor Eoghan Clifford, School of Engineering and Marianne McNally, Human Resources, University of Galway on the role of cycling and active travel in sustainable living.
The University also encouraged participation in the broader National Bike Week and continues to champion sustainable travel as an SDG Ambassador and Ireland’s top university for sustainability.
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