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 alternative modes of transport 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.
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
(this figure includes the amount not utilised during Covid-19)
2023/24: €20,000
🌱 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 & Motorcycles
Capping per successful applicant on electric scooter purchases : €250
Capping per successful applicant on electric motorcycle purchases : €550
Capping per successful applicant on motorcycle purchases : €350
Evidence to support application
- Copy of motorcycle/scooter logbook
- Proof of purchase of motorcycle and helmet if applicable
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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
- Proof of purchase of kick scooter
- Receipt of Purchase
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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
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 (in a maximum of two weeks), the applicant can collect the cheque amounting to KSU's contribution from the KSU Office.
Applications will open in November 2023, and will remain open till March 2024 or until the fund has been depleted. For any questions or queries, kindly contact finance@ksu.org.mt
