Sustainability Planning
Sustainability is embedded in every aspect of our campus, from operations and education to community engagement, nurturing a culture of environmental responsibility.
Our Sustainability Office leads policy and plan development at UBC Okanagan, a leader in green initiatives and earning recognition as one of Canada’s greenest employers.
UBC Okanagan’s Sustainability Office
Learn more about the department responsible for the advancement of sustainability on campus to support its development as a vibrant, regenerative community.
Supplementing the Campus Plan, the sustainability plans and policies, outline clear goals and strategies to enhance operational efficiency, community well-being, and ecosystem resilience, guiding the campus in addressing current and future challenges.
Whole System Infrastructure Plan
The WSIP, alongside the Campus Plan, promotes a holistic approach to campus infrastructure, enhancing natural areas and ecosystem health through expanded tree canopy, native planting, and wildlife corridors.
Integrated Rainwater Management Plan
The IRMP manages campus rainwater responsibly, supports future growth, respects natural hydrological processes, protects environmental values, and manages risks.
Climate Action Plan
Developed in response to the climate emergency, the CAP outlines actions to accelerate greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from campus operations and indirect sources, such as travel, food choices, waste production, and business air travel.