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SSHRC Canada Research Chair Tier 2 – Economic and Business Approaches to Low-Carbon Transitions

The Faculty of Environment, University of Waterloo, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (salary range $85,000 to $125,000 per annum) with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2018. The successful applicant must have a PhD and be eligible for nomination as a SSHRC Canada Research Chair Tier 2 on the following theme: economic and business approaches to low-carbon transitions. Learn more about this opportunity.

SEED is unique in Canada, and possibly the world, in its focus on the intersection of environment and sustainability, on the one hand, and business and development, on the other. With programs in sustainability management, international development practice, environment and business, local economic development and social innovation, SEED is dedicated to developing the knowledge, tools and expertise to integrate business and development activities with environmental and social goals. Learn more about SEED.

News

June 8, 2017Env & Biz student to join youth from around the world on Sustainable Development Goals

Photo credit: Hannah Yoon

By Lily Roth, Communications & Social Media Coordinator, Faculty of Environment

She didn't think she'd be selected, but in a sea of 10,000 applicants, Beth Eden stood out. Chosen for her entrepreneurial attitude and business experience, the Environment and Business student will be one of the 360 young adults from around the world working to turn the Sustainable Development Goals into action.
May 24, 2017Dr. Heather Hall suggests steps to reignite the Ring of Fire

The large-scale mineral deposit in Northern Ontario referred to as the Ring of Fire holds immense potential to bring unprecedented prosperity to Indigenous communities. But a turbulent past and ongoing conflict between First Nations, governments, and mining companies leave much of the mineral potential significantly untapped.
May 8, 2017Report on Business Commentary: Dr. Jennifer Lynes says it’s time to rethink our messaging about environmental change
Dr. Jennifer Lynes and Dr. Sarah Wolfe share thoughts on how to engage the 80% of people who do not put health and environmental lifestyle factors first when making consumer decisions.