Initiatives and Programs

Climate Action Plan

UCalgary is a Canadian post-secondary leader in carbon emissions reductions. The Climate Action Plan (CAP) is the university's operational roadmap to a carbon neutral campus by 2050, sparking innovation and accelerating the transition to a clean growth economy.

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Utility Reduction Program

Project within the program are designed to bring aging infrastructure up to more energy efficient standards with a focus on mechanical upgrades, lighting retrofits, installation of energy recovery systems, as well as upgrades to the district energy distribution system.

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Waste and Recycling

All waste has its place. Help sort it out using the bins for composting, mixed recycling, refundable beverage containers and trash that are available everywhere across campus.

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Snow and Ice on Campus

The university takes winter safety on campus roads and walkways seriously. Facilities has a winter operations plan in place for November to March each year.

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Living with Wildlife

Coyote activity increases in early fall, especially around green spaces, like many areas found across campus. UCalgary’s approach to wildlife aligns with the City of Calgary’s approach, focusing on co-existence.

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