Sustainability home
Welcome to Sustainability at the University of Waterloo, the central hub for sustainability information, resources, and services around campus. Sustainable development is one of the world’s most pressing challenges. From climate change to garbage dumps, from deforestation to water contamination, from urban sprawl to resource depletion, the environment faces a long list of problems.
The University of Waterloo is committed to leaving a positive impact on the environment. As one of the largest institutions in Waterloo Region, the University's actions matter locally and globally. Through environmental education, innovative research, community engagement, and operational sustainability, Waterloo is making a difference. We invite you to join us.
News
- Apr. 24, 2017Increasing Energy Literacy with the Green Office Energy Challenge
From March 30th until April 21st, the Office of Sustainability hosted the Green Office Energy Challenge for all green offices across campus to participate.
- Apr. 20, 2017Engaging youth at the Energize: Sustainable City Challenge
On Thursday, April 20th, the Sustainability Office and Climate Action Waterloo Region hosted two high school groups – Resurrection and St. David’s - from the WCDSB for the Energize: Sustainable City Challenge. The day was filled with discussion, idea-generation, and problem-solving to showcase the students’ vision for a sustainable Waterloo Region!
- Apr. 18, 2017Facilitating conversation around Waterloo Region's energy future
On April 18th, the University of Waterloo and the Kitchener Public Library, in association with Power Shift Waterloo Region, hosted its Public Lecture: Transforming Energy in Waterloo Region. There were over 140 people who filled up the auditorium to hear what the future holds for sustainability and energy in the Region.
Events
- June 1 to 30, 2017Bike Challenge 2017
It's back! June is Bike Month and with the warm weather finally here to stay for the summer, why not hop on your bike and participate in the Bike Challenge happening throughout the month of June!
- June 29, 2017UW Farm Market
All students, staff, faculty, and members of the public are invited to UW Farm Market occurring throughout the Spring and Fall terms! The UW Farm Market helps promote and educate the public on local food, similar to other initiatives including Foodlink Waterloo Region.
- July 6, 2017UW Farm Market
All students, staff, faculty, and members of the public are invited to UW Farm Market occurring throughout the Spring and Fall terms! The UW Farm Market helps promote and educate the public on local food, similar to other initiatives including Foodlink Waterloo Region.
Blog
- June 12, 20174 Resources to Promote Cycling to Campus
With warmer weather here for the rest of the summer, many are starting to tune-up their bikes and hit the road to get to school or work! It’s no surprise that people opt for biking to school or work as it can be more cost-effective, healthy, and environmentally-friendly.
- May 23, 2017The Story of UWaterloo's Student Sustainability Leaders Network
As concerns around climate change and sustainability are becoming more predominant, it has prompted more student interest in getting involved with building a culture around sustainability on campus. With such a diverse, unique, and dynamic campus, we’re faced with many challenges, but also with many opportunities to engage the student population on campus.
- May 3, 2017Guest blog: Sustainability and Resilience as Metaphors
A few years ago I discovered that I am a member of a group of scholars and teachers known as environmental humanists: these are academics in a variety of departments--philosophy, languages, the various arts--who connect their disciplinary research with environmental issues.
