When we talk about sustainability at school, we often think of recycling, food, or educational activities. However, there is a daily aspect that sometimes goes unnoticed and yet has a very significant environmental impact: school transport. For this reason, we believe it is important to share with families some of the sustainability measures implemented by Autocares MI-SOL, the company responsible for the school transport service of the European School of Alicante.

MI-SOL has invested in a modern, less polluting fleet that complies with the most demanding European standards. Its buses are equipped with EURO VI engines, currently the highest level of European emission regulations for commercial vehicles. In addition, part of the fleet runs on LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), which makes it possible to reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 24%, significantly decrease nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, and also reduce noise pollution. These improvements have a direct positive impact on air quality and the urban environment.

Another less visible but equally important aspect is the digitalisation of internal processes. Since 2019, the company has significantly reduced paper use thanks to digital systems that allow drivers to receive service information and access documentation electronically. When paper use is unavoidable, ecological paper made from recycled fibres and chlorine-free bleaching is used. These small decisions, taken together, help reduce overall resource consumption.

Collective transport is in itself already a sustainable solution. As a reference, a single 54-seat bus can replace between 40 and 60 private cars. This means fewer emissions, less traffic and reduced pressure on the urban environment. Choosing school transport not only simplifies daily logistics for families, but is also a choice aligned with the values of emission reduction and environmental protection.

Sharing this information reminds us that sustainability does not depend only on major actions, but also on well-considered everyday decisions. School transport is one of these everyday choices and knowing how it is managed responsibly helps us see its lower environmental impact.