The aim of this study was to explore the transportation habits of
students, and assess the transportation-related carbon footprint of the
institution. Data about students' modes of travel to a tertiary
education provider in New Zealand were collected in 2018 from 227
students enrolled. Green modes of travel included walking, and cycling,
while non-green method was driving. Data collected also included
distance from institution, age, gender, ethnicity, and enrolment type.
Results showed that more students used a non-green method of travel,
international students were more likely to choose a green mode of
transport, and females were more likely to drive than were males. There
was a significant difference between the working status of participants,
and their mode of transportation, where non-green participants were more
likely to be working, while green participants were more likely to be
not working. Implications and limitations of this study are presented.