Shaping our Sustainable Future
For over 40 years the Faculty of Environment has been dedicated to having a positive impact locally and globally. With interdisciplinary programs and researchers, we make meaningful change happen in the classroom, the office, and in communities around the world. Our vision is to use our unique position as a leading teaching and research institute for the environment to create sustainable solutions needed to address the complex challenges facing our world.
News
- Aug. 4, 2017In the media: ICCA and City of Burlington partner on home flood protection program
"As Burlington residents mark the third anniversary of a devastating flood, the city has been chosen to be the pilot for a flood prevention initiative."
- Aug. 3, 2017Burlington chosen to pilot ENV-led Home Flood Protection Program
In a bid to help homeowners cope with increased flooding due to climate change, The Faculty of Environment, Province of Ontario and City of Burlington announced are launching the Home Flood Protection Program.
- July 25, 2017In the media: Blair Feltmate explains how wetlands protect communities from flooding
Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation researcher Blair Feltmate tells the CBC that wetlands are crucial to reducing flooding and prevent millions of dollars in flooding damage. This is among the first studies of its kind that quantifies the financial benefits of wetlands.
Events
- Sep. 18, 2017Fall 2017 Leadership Breakfast Series
Leadership Breakfast Series
Join us for the third annual Leadership Breakfast Series, an initiative of the Faculty of Environment giving first-year Environment students the opportunity to connect with and learn from alumni through discussion and networking over breakfast.
- Sep. 30, 20172017 Environment Reunion Program
Come back to the University of Waterloo on Saturday, September 30, 2017 for Reunion 2017. Revisit the Faculty of Environment, reunite with former classmates and profs, and relive your fond campus memories.
- Sep. 30, 2017Planning 25 Year Class Reunion
Has it really been 25 years? SURP Class of 1991/1992 Reunion
