Kokka Fondi: Green Fund
KSU strongly believes in promoting and encouraging sustainable and green practices on campus.
As part of our holistic approach to promoting a greener life on and off campus, KSU proudly releases its annual Green Fund available for students to benefit from. The KSU Green Fund is funded by the €7 green contribution collected from the distribution of student parking permits across campus.
Alternative modes of transport and green initiatives are encouraged through this fund.
Students enrolled at University are encouraged to apply and make use of the funds available from the KSU Green Fund!
2021: €3,170
(impacted by Covid-19)
2022/23: €30,000
(includes the amount not utilised during Covid-19)
2023/24: €20,000
2024/25: €27,000
🌱 Introducing Our Collaboration with The Cyclist: Free E-Bike Rentals for Students! 🚲
We are thrilled to announce our exciting collaboration with The Cyclist, aimed at promoting sustainable transportation options for students alongside our pedelec purchase subsidy. As part of this initiative, students now have the opportunity to test out an e-bike before committing to the purchase of one!
To avail of this offer, simply send an email to caroline@thecyclistmalta.com with your desired rental period (for a maximum period of 7 days), full name, and ID card number. 🌍🚴♂️
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Subsidy on Bicycle and Pedelec Purchases
Capping per successful applicant on pedelec purchases : €400
Capping per successful applicant on bicycle purchases : €250
Evidence to support application
- Receipt of purchase
- Certificate of warranty
2
Subsidy on Electric Scooters
Capping per successful applicant on electric scooter purchases : €250
Evidence to support application
- Receipt of purchase
- Certificate of warranty
- Copy of scooter logbook
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Helmets Purchases
Capping per successful applicant on full-face helmet purchases : €110
Evidence to support application
- Proof of purchase of full-face helmet
- Receipt of Purchase
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Subsidy on Kick Scooters Purchases
Capping per successful application on Kick Scooters : €250
Evidence to support application
- Receipt of purchase
- Certificate of warranty
- Copy of kick scooter logbook
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Subsidy on Motorcycle Permit Course (10-hour 125cc Scheme or A licenses)
Capping per successful applicant : €170
Evidence to support application
- Certificate of Completion
- Receipt of Purchase
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Subsidy on Green Events
Capping per successful application on Green Events : €500
Evidence to support application
- Evidence of Senate Recognition
- Detailed budget, project plan and marketing plan
- Quotations, invoices and receipts
The process for applying for the Green Fund grant is as follows:
- Apply for the fund through the KSU website: www.ksu.org.mt
- An e-mail is sent confirming that the grant has not been used before, and that the applicant is a registered as a University student.
- The applicant completes the purchase for a motorbike, scooter or pedelec.
- The applicant provides KSU with proof of purchase, logbook, and insurance (where applicable).
- Following the approval of the application, the applicant will be sent the subsidised amount via bank transfer.
Applications for the first batch of the fund will open on the 5th December 2023, and will remain open until the 5th January 2025. The second batch of the fund will open on Friday 14th February 2025 until Friday 14th March 2025, or until the fund is depleted. For any questions or queries, kindly contact finance@ksu.org.mt
