Established by UBC in 2010, the UBCO Sustainability Office is responsible for the advancement of sustainability on campus to support its development as a vibrant, regenerative community. We are focused on advancing sustainability on campus and interconnected issues relating to climate change, energy, carbon, water, rainwater, waste, landscape, ecology, biodiversity, and engagement.

  • Climate Action Plan 2030

    UBC Okanagan’s first Climate Action Plan 2030 (UBCO CAP 2030) was endorsed by the UBC Board of Governors in December 2021.

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  • Campus Sustainability Performance Achievement

    UBC Okanagan’s 2023 measures to reduce energy and carbon emissions.

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  • e-Bike and e-Scooter Share Program

    Get to, from and around campus a little easier! Electric-assist bikes and scooters are available. Learn how you can get a discount NOW!

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    Upcoming Events

    Join the us for a hot beverage and learn how you can save energy at the Lights Out event on March 12 @ 12pm in ADM Foyer.

    Participate in the Earth Hour Challenge: One Hour, No Power on March 20 from 12-1pm and reduce energy over lunch. MORE
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    Visit the events page to learn about upcoming opportunities and to Take Action Now!

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  • UBC Okanagan Skeena Residence Case Study

    Learn about UBC Okanagan’s newest and first Passive House project, Skeena Residence.

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  • Let’s Choose to Reuse

    We’re working together to reduce single–use items on campus. Help UBCO become a zero–waste community by transitioning toward reusables.

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