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Climate hope propels us. We've gained ground on clean energy transitions, climate program offerings, and sustainable operations—and that's just the beginning of positive actions ahead.​

Earth Day

April 22, 2024 is Earth Day. Dating back to 1970, Earth Day is an annual observance that encourages action and collaboration for environmental conservation. 

This year's theme,  highlights the need for plastic reduction for the health of humans and the planet. 

The new student housing building, Cheko’nien House

UVic reaches STARS Platinum sustainability rating

UVic has been awarded the STARS Platinum sustainability rating, making us one of just 14 universities worldwide to reach this milestone.  

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Earth Day experts at UVic

From the impacts of plastic and ocean acidification to agricultural employee health and safety, 19 UVic researchers have been identified as experts on topics related to environmental conservation and action.  

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A look back at CIFAL Victoria's second year

In its second year of operations, CIFAL Victoria increased training hours and UN-accredited course offerings that build on UVic's commitments to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Climate programs and training 

BSc in Climate

BSc in Climate Science

New skills are needed for a changing world. The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Climate Science equips you to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
 
Looking for other options? 
CREATE climate leaders
Graduate training to prepare the next generation of researchers to tackle climate change head on.
CIFAL Victoria
UN-accredited training and research develops and strengthens our ability to better respond to challenges.
Build climate solutions

Develop skills for advancing climate action through the 

Research

A Bombardier EcoJet prototype being readied for a test flight

Bombardier chooses UVic for aerospace research

EcoJet Research Project aims to reduce business jet emissions up to 50 per cent.

Research centres
UVic research centres address urgent challenges facing oceans, lands, human wellbeing and the economy.
Partnerships
Industry, government, NGO, Indigenous, and community organizations seek UVic expertise.
Find an expert

UVic researchers are global experts tackling social, economic, and environmental issues relating to climate action.

Campus sustainability

District energy plant

District Energy Plant

Boiler replacements to reduce UVic's greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent.

Distinctly UVic
Healthy communities depend on responsible stewardship. That's why People, Place and Planet is among UVic's strategic priorities.
Climate and Sustainability Action Plan
UVic is committed to being a global leader in environmental, social and institutional sustainability.
Sustainable Development Goals

Learn how UVic is answering the call to protect our planet while promoting prosperity for everyone.

Climate impact in action