Sustainable travel
Vehicle emissions emit a mix of pollutants such as carbon monoxide and particulates, contribute to climate change, reduce air quality and increase the risk of respiratory diseases. Sustainable travel can make a huge difference to the environment, boost your health, and could relieve the strain on your pocket - find out how below.
Birmingham City Council introduced a Clean Air Zone in 2021. The zone charges the most polluting vehicles to enter parts of the city, in a bid to tackle air pollution.
Find out more about the Clean Air Zone
View our sustainable travel guides
Travelling to City Centre Campus
Travelling to City South Campus
Travel Plan
BCU’s 2025–2030 Travel Plan is a strategic framework aimed at reducing transport-related carbon emissions, increasing the health and wellbeing of students and staff, and encouraging sustainable travel across its City Centre, City South, and satellite campuses. Developed with input from surveys, stakeholder interviews, and policy reviews, the plan supports the university’s broader net-zero ambitions.
It focuses on shifting travel behaviours among students, staff, and visitors by promoting sustainable modes of transport such as walking, cycling, public transport, car-sharing, and flexible working. Key goals include cutting emissions from commuting, business travel, and fleet operations, while improving travel-related infrastructure, accessibility, and wellbeing.
Download the BCU Travel Plan 2025-2030
Cycling
Walking and running
Bus and Metro
Train
Car share
Inter-campus travel
Go Green Travel Guide
Sustainable travel can make a huge difference to the environment, boost your health, and save you money.
Check out our Go Green Travel Guide which helps you navigate around our sports facilities in a sustainable way.