The University of Waterloo Climate Institute brings together scientists and students to elevate and enhance the impact and excellence of innovative interdisciplinary research and education that empowers business, government and civil society to respond effectively to the climate crisis.
University of Waterloo’s unique combination of strengths and depth of expertise allows us to deal head-on with the complexity and interconnectedness of social, political and technological dimensions of the climate crisis.
Our expertise and focus
Our three core areas of research and innovation are developed through lenses of equity, justice, governance, and innovation to create truly impactful solutions for this existential global challenge.
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Waterloo Stories: "Innovating to tackle a climate crisis"
Adrien Côté sits down with University Relations to discuss the role of entrepreneurship as a power tool to build back our economy and tackle climate change.
Four teams in the fall 2020 Concept $5K finals compete for the Climate Change Grant
Concept at the University of Waterloo announces the top 10 teams to compete in the fall 2020 $5K Finals. Of the top 10 teams, four teams are competing for the Climate Change Grant.
Top 30 under 30 sustainability leaders of 2020
Corporate Knights announces Top 30 under 30 sustainability leaders of 2020
The list highlights young Canadians who are working hard and finding creative ways to help build a sustainable future.