A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate how your organisation has implemented policies to reduce its impact on the environment (for example reduced carbon footprint), supported by clear results. The types of projects that would qualify for this category include the use of alternative vehicle fuels and technologies or freight practices which have resulted in mileage and/or emissions/reductions.
A submission in this category should demonstrate how your organisation has implemented policies to reduce its impact on the environment (for example reduced carbon footprint), supported by clear results. The types of projects that would qualify for this category include the use of alternative vehicle fuels and technologies or freight practices which have resulted in mileage and/or emissions/reductions.
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
2024 Aberdeen City Council: Aberdeen City Centre Bus Priority Measures
2023 WSP and Highland Spring Group: Blackford Rail Freight Facility
2022 First Glasgow: Electrification of the UK’s biggest bus depot
2020 BOC: BOC's Kittybrewster Hydrogen Refuelling Station
2019 Dundee City Council: Dundee EV Infrastructure Project
2024 Aberdeen City Council: Aberdeen City Centre Bus Priority Measures
2023 WSP and Highland Spring Group: Blackford Rail Freight Facility
2022 First Glasgow: Electrification of the UK’s biggest bus depot
2020 BOC: BOC's Kittybrewster Hydrogen Refuelling Station
2019 Dundee City Council: Dundee EV Infrastructure Project
AGS Airports
Aberdeen International Airport
Aberdeen International Airport is demonstrating that sustainability in aviation is possible through a comprehensive programme of ground and surface access decarbonisation. In 2024, 10% of all vehicles in airport car parks were EVs (up from 6% in 2023), supported by expanded charging points and an EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme for staff. Airport shuttle buses and the 727 public bus link are now fully electric. Three airside petrol vehicles have been replaced by electric alternatives, and from 2025, all airside diesel will be replaced by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), slashing emissions by over 98%. HVO will also be offered to third-party operators. These actions support Aberdeen’s target to reach net zero by the mid-2030s, representing a significant sustainability push within a traditionally high-emissions sector.
AGS Airports
Aberdeen International Airport
Aberdeen International Airport is demonstrating that sustainability in aviation is possible through a comprehensive programme of ground and surface access decarbonisation. In 2024, 10% of all vehicles in airport car parks were EVs (up from 6% in 2023), supported by expanded charging points and an EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme for staff. Airport shuttle buses and the 727 public bus link are now fully electric. Three airside petrol vehicles have been replaced by electric alternatives, and from 2025, all airside diesel will be replaced by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), slashing emissions by over 98%. HVO will also be offered to third-party operators. These actions support Aberdeen’s target to reach net zero by the mid-2030s, representing a significant sustainability push within a traditionally high-emissions sector.
AGS Airports
Aberdeen International Airport
Aberdeen International Airport is demonstrating that sustainability in aviation is possible through a comprehensive programme of ground and surface access decarbonisation. In 2024, 10% of all vehicles in airport car parks were EVs (up from 6% in 2023), supported by expanded charging points and an EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme for staff. Airport shuttle buses and the 727 public bus link are now fully electric. Three airside petrol vehicles have been replaced by electric alternatives, and from 2025, all airside diesel will be replaced by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), slashing emissions by over 98%. HVO will also be offered to third-party operators. These actions support Aberdeen’s target to reach net zero by the mid-2030s, representing a significant sustainability push within a traditionally high-emissions sector.
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV Small Zero-Emission Bus
Alexander Dennis’s Enviro100EV is a breakthrough for decarbonising rural and residential bus routes. Designed in Scotland, this compact 8.5m zero-emission bus offers long range (up to 285 miles), high energy efficiency (0.54kWh/km), and a class-leading battery life. It meets the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s call for small, net-zero buses capable of operating in narrow streets and remote areas. Launched in 2024 with operators like Stagecoach and Shuttle Buses, it has quickly proven its efficiency—being 55% more energy-efficient than its nearest competitor. The Enviro100EV is already gaining traction in the UK and abroad (e.g., Singapore and New Zealand), helping deliver Scotland’s net-zero transport ambitions while sustaining local jobs and supply chains.
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV Small Zero-Emission Bus
Alexander Dennis’s Enviro100EV is a breakthrough for decarbonising rural and residential bus routes. Designed in Scotland, this compact 8.5m zero-emission bus offers long range (up to 285 miles), high energy efficiency (0.54kWh/km), and a class-leading battery life. It meets the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s call for small, net-zero buses capable of operating in narrow streets and remote areas. Launched in 2024 with operators like Stagecoach and Shuttle Buses, it has quickly proven its efficiency—being 55% more energy-efficient than its nearest competitor. The Enviro100EV is already gaining traction in the UK and abroad (e.g., Singapore and New Zealand), helping deliver Scotland’s net-zero transport ambitions while sustaining local jobs and supply chains.
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV Small Zero-Emission Bus
Alexander Dennis’s Enviro100EV is a breakthrough for decarbonising rural and residential bus routes. Designed in Scotland, this compact 8.5m zero-emission bus offers long range (up to 285 miles), high energy efficiency (0.54kWh/km), and a class-leading battery life. It meets the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s call for small, net-zero buses capable of operating in narrow streets and remote areas. Launched in 2024 with operators like Stagecoach and Shuttle Buses, it has quickly proven its efficiency—being 55% more energy-efficient than its nearest competitor. The Enviro100EV is already gaining traction in the UK and abroad (e.g., Singapore and New Zealand), helping deliver Scotland’s net-zero transport ambitions while sustaining local jobs and supply chains.
HITRANS
Hi-Bike
HIGHLY COMMENDED
HITRANS saved and now operates Hi-Bike, the UK’s only publicly owned e-bike share scheme. When its private operator collapsed in 2023, HITRANS stepped in to prevent closure, rapidly learning system operations and retaining former staff. Now fully community-led, Hi-Bike has grown to serve nearly 13,000 users, with 220,000km ridden—saving over 40,000kg of CO₂. Affordable pricing, including a free equal opportunities pass, ensures wide access. Despite a vandalism setback in 2024, the scheme was relaunched with an upgraded fleet. Hi-Bike’s grassroots recovery and growth model offers a powerful example of sustainable, equitable transport delivery tailored to local needs.
HITRANS
Hi-Bike
HIGHLY COMMENDED
HITRANS saved and now operates Hi-Bike, the UK’s only publicly owned e-bike share scheme. When its private operator collapsed in 2023, HITRANS stepped in to prevent closure, rapidly learning system operations and retaining former staff. Now fully community-led, Hi-Bike has grown to serve nearly 13,000 users, with 220,000km ridden—saving over 40,000kg of CO₂. Affordable pricing, including a free equal opportunities pass, ensures wide access. Despite a vandalism setback in 2024, the scheme was relaunched with an upgraded fleet. Hi-Bike’s grassroots recovery and growth model offers a powerful example of sustainable, equitable transport delivery tailored to local needs.
HITRANS
Hi-Bike
HIGHLY COMMENDED
HITRANS saved and now operates Hi-Bike, the UK’s only publicly owned e-bike share scheme. When its private operator collapsed in 2023, HITRANS stepped in to prevent closure, rapidly learning system operations and retaining former staff. Now fully community-led, Hi-Bike has grown to serve nearly 13,000 users, with 220,000km ridden—saving over 40,000kg of CO₂. Affordable pricing, including a free equal opportunities pass, ensures wide access. Despite a vandalism setback in 2024, the scheme was relaunched with an upgraded fleet. Hi-Bike’s grassroots recovery and growth model offers a powerful example of sustainable, equitable transport delivery tailored to local needs.
Royal Highland Show
Traffic Management Working Group
WINNER
The Royal Highland Show’s Traffic and Transport Working Group has achieved remarkable modal shift at Scotland’s largest annual event. In 2024, over 36,000 attendees used the show’s integrated public transport system—triple the 2004 figures—thanks to direct services from Edinburgh city centre and park and ride hubs. Private car use dropped by 20% from 2019 levels. Co-located with Edinburgh Airport, the Show handles up to 110,000 people daily, necessitating seamless coordination. The group’s approach prioritises environmental sustainability, safety, and efficiency, and is aligned with Scotland’s net-zero goals. It sets an example of how large-scale events can operate sustainably without compromising visitor experience.
Royal Highland Show
Traffic Management Working Group
WINNER
The Royal Highland Show’s Traffic and Transport Working Group has achieved remarkable modal shift at Scotland’s largest annual event. In 2024, over 36,000 attendees used the show’s integrated public transport system—triple the 2004 figures—thanks to direct services from Edinburgh city centre and park and ride hubs. Private car use dropped by 20% from 2019 levels. Co-located with Edinburgh Airport, the Show handles up to 110,000 people daily, necessitating seamless coordination. The group’s approach prioritises environmental sustainability, safety, and efficiency, and is aligned with Scotland’s net-zero goals. It sets an example of how large-scale events can operate sustainably without compromising visitor experience.
Royal Highland Show
Traffic Management Working Group
WINNER
The Royal Highland Show’s Traffic and Transport Working Group has achieved remarkable modal shift at Scotland’s largest annual event. In 2024, over 36,000 attendees used the show’s integrated public transport system—triple the 2004 figures—thanks to direct services from Edinburgh city centre and park and ride hubs. Private car use dropped by 20% from 2019 levels. Co-located with Edinburgh Airport, the Show handles up to 110,000 people daily, necessitating seamless coordination. The group’s approach prioritises environmental sustainability, safety, and efficiency, and is aligned with Scotland’s net-zero goals. It sets an example of how large-scale events can operate sustainably without compromising visitor experience.
Sustrans
Accessibility Programme
Sustrans' Accessibility Programme is breaking down physical barriers to inclusive active travel. After identifying over 4,000 inaccessible points across the National Cycle Network, the 2023/24 phase set a target of removing 150 barriers—but achieved nearly triple that number, reaching 437 removals. This low-cost, high-impact work led to dramatic increases in use: NCN75 saw a 54% uplift at Cambuslang and 48% at Kilmacolm. The initiative improves accessibility for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and adapted cycle users. Sustrans shares findings at international conferences and works closely with local authorities to embed inclusive design. This programme is driving measurable modal shift and carbon reduction, while setting a national and international benchmark for accessible infrastructure delivery.
Sustrans
Accessibility Programme
Sustrans' Accessibility Programme is breaking down physical barriers to inclusive active travel. After identifying over 4,000 inaccessible points across the National Cycle Network, the 2023/24 phase set a target of removing 150 barriers—but achieved nearly triple that number, reaching 437 removals. This low-cost, high-impact work led to dramatic increases in use: NCN75 saw a 54% uplift at Cambuslang and 48% at Kilmacolm. The initiative improves accessibility for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and adapted cycle users. Sustrans shares findings at international conferences and works closely with local authorities to embed inclusive design. This programme is driving measurable modal shift and carbon reduction, while setting a national and international benchmark for accessible infrastructure delivery.
Sustrans
Accessibility Programme
Sustrans' Accessibility Programme is breaking down physical barriers to inclusive active travel. After identifying over 4,000 inaccessible points across the National Cycle Network, the 2023/24 phase set a target of removing 150 barriers—but achieved nearly triple that number, reaching 437 removals. This low-cost, high-impact work led to dramatic increases in use: NCN75 saw a 54% uplift at Cambuslang and 48% at Kilmacolm. The initiative improves accessibility for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and adapted cycle users. Sustrans shares findings at international conferences and works closely with local authorities to embed inclusive design. This programme is driving measurable modal shift and carbon reduction, while setting a national and international benchmark for accessible infrastructure delivery.
Sustrans Scotland & Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Travel Matters
‘Orkney Travel Matters’ is a pioneering study of travel behaviour in a rural and island setting. Based on input from 600 residents, the report revealed safety concerns and lack of infrastructure as major barriers to walking and cycling. The project has since influenced policy, with findings adopted into council plans. Notably, 70% of respondents said more off-road paths would encourage active travel, while 63% cited the need for better driver behaviour. The report has empowered the local community and delivered actionable insight into future sustainable transport investment. Its people-centred, evidence-based approach provides a replicable model for other rural and island regions.
Sustrans Scotland & Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Travel Matters
‘Orkney Travel Matters’ is a pioneering study of travel behaviour in a rural and island setting. Based on input from 600 residents, the report revealed safety concerns and lack of infrastructure as major barriers to walking and cycling. The project has since influenced policy, with findings adopted into council plans. Notably, 70% of respondents said more off-road paths would encourage active travel, while 63% cited the need for better driver behaviour. The report has empowered the local community and delivered actionable insight into future sustainable transport investment. Its people-centred, evidence-based approach provides a replicable model for other rural and island regions.
Sustrans Scotland & Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Travel Matters
‘Orkney Travel Matters’ is a pioneering study of travel behaviour in a rural and island setting. Based on input from 600 residents, the report revealed safety concerns and lack of infrastructure as major barriers to walking and cycling. The project has since influenced policy, with findings adopted into council plans. Notably, 70% of respondents said more off-road paths would encourage active travel, while 63% cited the need for better driver behaviour. The report has empowered the local community and delivered actionable insight into future sustainable transport investment. Its people-centred, evidence-based approach provides a replicable model for other rural and island regions.