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The Sustainability Leadership Certificate is a co-curricular certificate offered by the University of Waterloo as a way to recognize and encourage students in their sustainability efforts. The certificate enhances resumes, provides opportunities for professional growth, and strengthens green skills. 

This fall, 14 Green Residence Ambassadors helped make residence life a little greener across both north and south campus. Split between Village 1 (V1) and Claudette Millar Hall (CMH), ambassadors hosted interactive pop-ups focused on waste sorting, reuse, and sustainable living, engaging hundreds of students in hands-on activities right where they live.

Waterloo is thrilled to release its 2025 Environmental Sustainability Report. Prepared by the President's Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability (PACES), this annual report presents progress toward the 27 objectives within Waterloo’s Environmental Sustainability Strategy (ESS).

November 26, 2025  marked the Sustainability Office's 12th annual Eco Summit, where the 2025 Sustainability Report was launched, green program awards were handed out, and students and staff shared how they contribute to a sustainable campus.

In late September and early October, the Sustainability Office hosted a successful invasive buckthorn pull and three community tree planting events. Volunteers planted over 250 native trees and shrubs, along with 150 herbaceous plants, by the Village 1 Healing Forest, continuing the momentum of 2024’s reforestation efforts.

Funding for this project was provided by the Invasive Species Centre and TD Friends of the Environment Foundation.

This article was written by CCD co-op students: Erika Yegorov, Kolette Wallace, Dharini Shan, Sargun Madan, Sarah Jagessar, Abi Ganeshwaran, and the CCD Green Office team.

Centre for Career Development (CCD) is helping students navigate career paths that align with the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From sustainable business and environmental careers to social entrepreneurship and ethical industries, the CCD is providing students with the resources they need to build meaningful and impactful careers.

Wood duck, tree swallow, purple martin and bat habitats were installed on the University of Waterloo Environmental Reserve.

From July 7-11, students, staff and faculty across campus identified as many species as possible. Over 5,000 observations were made, and over 1,000 species were identified.

The University of Waterloo is excited to announce the return of the e-bike and e-scooter share program with Neuron Mobility, beginning the week of April 1st, 2025. This program is part of a region-wide initiative, supporting sustainable transportation options between the campus and broader community.

University of Waterloo has earned a STARS Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.