UBC virtual cycling webinar
Join UBC and HUB Cycling for a lunch and learn virtual workshop that will introduce you to cycling best practices and how to bike safely to work and beyond.
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UBCO reduces carbon footprint
In 2018, UBC Okanagan reduced its operational carbon emissions by 29 per cent, which is the equivalent of taking nearly 200 cars off the road for one year.
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Impactful labs continue to limit environmental impact
Over 30 researchers and lab personnel joined the UBC Okanagan’s Sustainability Office and Risk Management Services (RMS) at the fourth annual Labs: Sort It Out and Power Down event on Feb. 7. Participants took part in a lab waste sorting game, signed up for waste reduction programs and learned ways to conserve energy in undergraduate and research labs across campus.
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Showing support for recycling and energy reduction initiatives
The campus community came out in force on a cold day in support of the third annual Recycling 101 event on January 31.
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The future of rainwater management on campus
UBC Okanagan has released its 2017 Integrated Rainwater Management Plan (IRMP) – a key implementation action arising from the Campus Plan and Whole Systems Infrastructure Plan.
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Campus carbon footprint decreases for a third year in a row
Like all public sector organizations, UBC’s Okanagan campus is required by the Province of BC, to measure, report and offset “in-scope” carbon emissions it generates – primarily through operating its buildings, but also through fleet vehicle fuel use and paper procurement.
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Workshops at a glance: February 1, 2017
Here are some professional development opportunities for faculty and staff at UBC Okanagan over the next few weeks.
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Campus’ carbon emissions reduced again in 2015
UBC Okanagan continues to show its commitment to the environment year after year. Despite continued campus growth, UBC Okanagan achieved a 17 per cent reduction in absolute carbon emissions in 2015.
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Workshops at a glance: April 6
Here are some professional development opportunities for faculty and staff at UBC Okanagan over the next few weeks.
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Impactful labs don’t have to be impactful on the environment
Laboratory activities can have a huge impact on the environment. On March 29 learn how to reduce the impact of your research on the environment.
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