Sustainability News Archive
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SDG Working Group created on campus
September 3, 2020 —
This fall, a passionate team of students—known as the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Working Group—will educate, connect and mobilize students to make positive change on campus, as well as advance the SDGs at the University of Manitoba
September 3, 2020 —
This fall, a passionate team of students—known as the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Working Group—will educate, connect and mobilize students to make positive change on campus, as well as advance the SDGs at the University of Manitoba
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Take part in Plastic-Free July
July 2, 2020 —
Are you ready to join the "Choose to refuse" single-use plastic challenge for the entire month of July?
July 2, 2020 —
Are you ready to join the "Choose to refuse" single-use plastic challenge for the entire month of July?
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Highlighting campus transportation
June 22, 2020 —
Data and feedback from the 2020 survey responses continue to inform recommendations to better support UM students, staff and faculty.
June 22, 2020 —
Data and feedback from the 2020 survey responses continue to inform recommendations to better support UM students, staff and faculty.
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UM co-signs investment charter and joins forces to address climate change
June 18, 2020 —
UM has pledged to follow the United Nations’ Principles in Responsible Investing framework
June 18, 2020 —
UM has pledged to follow the United Nations’ Principles in Responsible Investing framework
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Join the Commuter Challenge 2020
May 27, 2020 —
It’s time to start logging your sustainable commute again – the annual Commuter Challenge will take place from May 31 to June 6 but with a little bit of a work from home twist!
May 27, 2020 —
It’s time to start logging your sustainable commute again – the annual Commuter Challenge will take place from May 31 to June 6 but with a little bit of a work from home twist!
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UM Sustainability Champions – Celebrating our Sustainability Award Winners
May 13, 2020 —
During this time of reflection on the year, we’d like to highlight the efforts of some fabulous UM students, staff and faculty in contributing to the betterment of our campus and community! The following winners of the 2020 Sustainability Awards were selected by a committee and received their awards at UM Sustainability Night on March 5.
May 13, 2020 —
During this time of reflection on the year, we’d like to highlight the efforts of some fabulous UM students, staff and faculty in contributing to the betterment of our campus and community! The following winners of the 2020 Sustainability Awards were selected by a committee and received their awards at UM Sustainability Night on March 5.
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How to Compost from Home
May 7, 2020 —
It’s National Compost Week! While we’re spending more time at home, it’s a good time to try backyard composting!
May 7, 2020 —
It’s National Compost Week! While we’re spending more time at home, it’s a good time to try backyard composting!
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Jane’s Walk: A digital walk around U of M campuses
May 1, 2020 —
Join us for the Restorative Spaces and Art & History walks as part of the Jane’s Walk celebrations on May 2 and May 3 at the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses
May 1, 2020 —
Join us for the Restorative Spaces and Art & History walks as part of the Jane’s Walk celebrations on May 2 and May 3 at the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses
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UM Students Contributing to a More Sustainable Future – Volunteer Week
April 24, 2020 —
In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2020), we recognize some of the undergraduate and graduate students who not only have displayed their commitment to sustainability but have also made an impact on campus, in their city and within their communities.
April 24, 2020 —
In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2020), we recognize some of the undergraduate and graduate students who not only have displayed their commitment to sustainability but have also made an impact on campus, in their city and within their communities.
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Online
April 17, 2020 —
On April 22, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Although we cannot celebrate together in person, there are still a variety of ways to celebrate at home alongside the Office of Sustainability and others around the world.
April 17, 2020 —
On April 22, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Although we cannot celebrate together in person, there are still a variety of ways to celebrate at home alongside the Office of Sustainability and others around the world.