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2025 Institutional Sustainability Report

Showcasing UCalgary’s continued progress in advancing the Institutional Sustainability Strategy and our commitment in leadership in sustainability.

“At the University of Calgary, sustainability is a shared commitment. As we navigate complex global challenges, we have a responsibility to lead with purpose and integrity through research, education, and by modelling sustainability in our facility operations.”

Ed McCauley

President and Vice-Chancellor

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About the report

The 2025 Institutional Sustainability Report highlights UCalgary's contributions through the lens of the 17 United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs). Aligned with UCalgary’s Ahead of Tomorrow Strategy, the report features select data and stories from the 2024-25 reporting period across teaching and learning, research and innovation, campus and community engagement, and sustainable campus practices.  

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Institutional Sustainabilty Strategy Goals

The updated Action Plan (2025-28) for the Institutional Sustainability Strategy (ISS) articulates how UCalgary will continue to act on our commitment to sustainability as we advance Ahead of Tomorrow, the University of Calgary’s 2023-2030 Strategic Plan.

Goal 1

Advance Sustainability Education

Goal 2

Advance Sustainability Research and Innovation

Goal 3

Enrich Engagement for Sustainability

Goal 4

Grow Campus Sustainability

QS Badge Top 100 for ESG
Canada's Best Diversity Employer Badge
GHG Emission Reductions

Did you know?

Over 18,475

UCalgary students took at least one or more sustainability related courses.

Over 19,450

UCalgary students took part in formal Mental Health and Skill Development Programs.

Over 7,625

UCalgary students took part in advancing sustainability through 101 UCalgary SU Clubs.