Monday, May 1, 2023

Sustainability Action Fund announces spring 2023 recipients

The President's Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability (PACES) is excited to provide funding for four new campus sustainability projects in spring 2023 through the Sustainability Action Fund (SAF). Launched in 2017, SAF supports projects and initiatives that advance sustainability at Waterloo by connecting to our academic mission, improving operational practices, and/or fostering a culture of sustainability through campus engagement.

Spring 2023 projects:

Windows with anti bird collision decals

Bird-Friendly Glass Pilot

This project will aim to reduce bird-window collisions through the installation of bird-friendly window decals on the SLC/MC bridge. This project is led by the Society for Ecological Restoration.

Foamstream weeding equipment

Foamstream Weeding Equipment  

This project will support an investment in more sustainable grounds management through the purchase of an electric Foamstreamer, a herbicide-free weed control solution that reduces the need for gas-powered weeding equipment. This project is led by Grounds. 

Free Store

Free Store

This project will support the launch of Waterloo's Free Store, helping to expand waste diversion efforts and support a circular economy by collecting donations of kitchenware, school supplies, and household goods and providing them back to the campus community free of charge. The Free Store will host pop-ups throughout the term. This project is led by the Sustainability Office. 

Lab coats

Lab Coat Rental Pilot 

This project will pilot a lab coat rental program for students in the School of Anatomy to reduce the purchase of new lab coats that are only needed on a one-time or very short-term basis. This project is led by the School of Anatomy. 

Since 2017, SAF has distributed over $700,000 in funding to more than 55 projects across campus. To learn more about the funding criteria, application details, and upcoming funding rounds, please visit the Sustainability Action Fund webpage.

Explore recently funded projects below or check out all past SAF projects using the Sustainability Action Fund tag on our news feed →