Public Transport Environmental Sustainability Audit Checklist Template

Assess your public transport system's eco-impact! This Environmental Sustainability Audit Checklist helps you track energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and green initiatives - ensuring a cleaner, greener commute for your community.

This Template was installed 5 times.

Energy Consumption & Efficiency

1 of 10

Assess energy usage across various operations and identify efficiency improvement opportunities.

Total Annual Electricity Consumption (kWh)

Total Annual Fuel Consumption (liters/gallons)

Type of Energy Sources Used (e.g., Grid, Renewable)

Percentage of Renewable Energy Used (%)

Description of Energy Efficiency Initiatives Implemented

Date of Last Energy Audit

Average Energy Consumption per Passenger Trip (kWh)

Fleet Emissions & Fuel Usage

2 of 10

Evaluate vehicle emissions, fuel types, and strategies for reducing carbon footprint.

Average Fuel Consumption (litres/100km)

Total Annual Fuel Consumption (litres)

Primary Fuel Type

Fuel Alternatives Considered/Implemented

Percentage of Fleet with Alternative Fuels/Powertrains

Date of Last Fleet Emissions Audit

Description of any ongoing emissions reduction projects

Waste Management & Recycling

3 of 10

Review waste generation, recycling programs, and opportunities for waste reduction.

Total Waste Generated (kg/week)

Percentage of Waste Recycled (%)

Types of Waste Recycled (Select all that apply)

Description of Waste Reduction Initiatives

Waste Disposal Method (Primary)

Date of Last Waste Audit

Sustainable Procurement

4 of 10

Assess procurement practices to prioritize environmentally friendly products and services.

Prioritization of Suppliers with Environmental Certifications (ISO 14001, etc.)

Percentage of Suppliers with Established Sustainability Policies

Preferred Product Categories for Sustainable Procurement (select all that apply)

Existence of a Supplier Code of Conduct including Environmental Standards

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Supplier Sustainability Reports)

Details on supplier engagement process regarding sustainability performance.

Infrastructure & Building Sustainability

5 of 10

Evaluate the environmental performance of stations, depots, and other infrastructure.

Building Energy Rating (e.g., LEED score)

Renewable Energy Usage (Solar, Wind, etc.)

Description of Green Building Materials Used

Water-Efficient Fixtures Installed?

Percentage of Recycled Content in Building Materials

Date of Last Building Energy Audit

Details of Landscaping and Green Spaces

Photographs of Sustainable Features

Noise Pollution Mitigation

6 of 10

Review measures to reduce noise pollution from transport operations.

Ambient Noise Level (dB) at Station Entrance

Vehicle Noise Level (dB) at Specified Speed

Noise Barriers Installed?

Noise-Reducing Track/Road Surfaces Used?

Description of Noise Reduction Measures Implemented

Location of Noise Monitoring Points

Date of Last Noise Survey

Water Usage & Conservation

7 of 10

Assess water consumption and identify water-saving initiatives.

Average Water Usage per Vehicle (liters)

Total Water Consumption (m³ per month)

Water Source

Description of Water Conservation Measures Implemented (e.g., low-flow fixtures, water recycling)

Presence of Water Recycling System?

Estimated Water Savings from Conservation Efforts (m³ per month)

Date of Last Water Audit

Biodiversity Impact & Habitat Protection

8 of 10

Evaluate the impact on local biodiversity and measures for habitat protection.

Describe any identified impacts on local flora and fauna.

Are there any protected habitats or species within the operational area?

Estimated area (in hectares) of habitat potentially disturbed by construction or operation.

Which of the following mitigation measures are currently implemented?

Date of last biodiversity survey.

Identify locations of known sensitive habitats.

Upload any relevant biodiversity survey reports or photographic evidence.

Employee Training & Awareness

9 of 10

Assess training programs and employee awareness regarding environmental sustainability.

Have you completed the Environmental Sustainability Training?

Number of Environmental Sustainability Training Sessions Attended (if applicable)

Describe how you contribute to environmental sustainability in your daily work.

Are you familiar with the organization's waste management procedures?

Which environmental topics do you feel most comfortable discussing?

Date of Last Environmental Sustainability Training Completion

Community Engagement & Partnerships

10 of 10

Review engagement with local communities and partnerships for sustainability initiatives.

Describe existing community outreach programs (e.g., public forums, surveys, advisory groups).

Which community groups are currently engaged with the public transport authority? (Select all that apply)

Approximate number of residents participated in recent public consultations.

How are community concerns and suggestions incorporated into service planning?

Date of last community feedback session.

Summarize any significant community concerns raised and actions taken in response.

Upload documentation related to community agreements or partnerships (e.g., MOUs).

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