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Welcome to a new podcast series on sustainability and climate action brought to you by the Sustainability Hub. This week, meet Dr. Aaron Boley to learn about the world of sustainability in outer space!
Getting serious about climate change: How business must step up
Policy, Economics & Governance
Insect forecasting comes to UBC Vancouver campus this summer
Data & Technology
Ecological Systems
Metro Vancouver can safely integrate most new electric-powered mobility devices
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Canada ranks third worldwide in permeable landscapes for wildlife
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Climate Change & Energy
Since 2011, UBC’s energy conservation projects have reduced annual campus electrical use by 16 gigawatt hours (GWh). This is the equivalent to shutting down our campus for 3.5 weeks, and taking 1,500 cars off the road.
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Climate Change & Energy
The Bioenergy Research Demonstration Facility produces renewable energy for UBC’s campus using wood waste biomass. This helps reduce UBC’s GHG emissions and supports research projects on innovative clean energy systems.
UBC is taking bold action to develop policies and guidelines to help building designers make...