Policies and Plans
The Sustainability Office adopts a comprehensive, whole-systems approach to creating sustainability and climate policies for UBC Okanagan.
These approaches cover key areas such as energy, carbon, water, rainwater, waste management, landscaping, ecology, biodiversity and campus engagement. By taking this approach, we aim to strengthen UBC Okanagan’s capacity to address current and future resource and climate challenges, aligning with the university’s core mission.
Climate Action Plan 2030
Learn more about UBC Okanagan’s strategic approach to reducing operational and extended emissions in the areas of commuting, food and waste.
Whole Systems Infrastructure Plan
Find out more about the infrastructure framework that guides long-term campus growth by addressing energy, carbon, water, ecology and climate resilience.
Integrated Rainwater Management Plan
Explore UBC Okanagan’s approach to sustainable rainwater management, climate-resilient green infrastructure and requirements for building projects.
Green Building Design Guidelines
Find design standards and strategies that guide sustainable, low-carbon and resilient building development across the UBC Okanagan campus.
Wildfire Management Plan
Discover UBC Okanagan’s approach to minimizing wildfire risk and enhancing campus resilience.
Institutional Plans and Policies
Explore the UBC plans and policies that shape institutional action on sustainability.