A reflection of UW fashion and merchandise
As spring arrives so do the flocks of the geese, taking up their familiar places on campus as the temperatures warm up. This year, with the return of the geese comes the launch of the W Store’s 2025 […]
Documentaries to watch this spring, post-Earth Month
This past April 22 was the 55th Earth Day celebrated around the world, with billions of people participating in Earth Day activities. Including on campus, with the UW Sustainability Office Earth Day planting of 175 native trees and […]
Hope and climate change, imagining a sustainable future
“Where do you see yourself in five years? How about in ten years?” Usually these future planning questions are directed at people, particularly youth, who are expected to be thinking about a personal life plan. “Where do you […]
Six sustainable swaps for your everyday life
Are you looking for ways to add more sustainable practices to your life? Consider these eight sustainable swaps to lower your consumption of new or disposable products, save money, and create a positive impact on our environment!
Sustainability action on campus: UW ranks in the top three per cent of sustainable institutions
The University of Waterloo was recently identified as being in the top three per cent of sustainable institutions globally by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Sustainability rankings. Placing 60th out of 1700 participating campuses is an incredible achievement for […]
Another day of sun: Above-average November temperatures tell us about climate change
November has been historically warm in southern Ontario, with above-seasonal temperatures reaching into the twenties. These temperatures have raised student concerns on campus.
“For me, November always means the beginning of the best time of the year; […]
Five tips to reduce your digital carbon footprint
Everyday, approximately five billion people worldwide with internet access log onto various platforms — social media, education, or work related sites — on laptops, desktops, or handheld devices. At UW, over 40,000 staff, […]
Connecting with nature
UW is known for many things: an abundance of geese, the loveable mascot King Warrior, and indoor study spaces scattered across the campus. What about our outdoor spaces? Both on campus and in the surrounding Waterloo area, you […]
When we throw it out, where does it go?
Canadians throw away over three million tonnes of plastic waste every year, yet only nine per cent of that waste is recycled. Wait… what? Only nine per cent of recycling gets recycled? What happens to the rest of […]
Is UW campus prepared for climate change? – Flooding, heavy precipitation and heat events in Waterloo region
In the next five to ten years, the Waterloo Region will experience increased warming and extreme heat events, heavy precipitation with risk of flooding, and be affected by wildfire smoke travelling thousands of kilometres across the country. What […]
