Get involved

Sustainability at UNB is something everyone can take part in. Whether you’re interested in learning more, joining campus initiatives or making small everyday changes, there are plenty of meaningful ways to contribute.

Ways to get involved in sustainability at UNB

• Take a sustainability-related academic course.
• Participate in sustainability-focused campus events that happen throughout the year, such as the Residence Energy Challenge and Sustainability Month.
• Learn how you can make your own events more sustainable.
• Apply to the UNBSU’s Student Sustainability Fund (UNBF) or the Green Society’s Green Money Fund (UNBSJ) to help support your sustainability work on campus.
• Learn how to reduce and sort your waste on campus.
• Learn where you can find sustainable food options on campus.
• Use sustainable travel modes more often (such as walking, biking, and using public transportation) to improve your health and reduce emissions.
• Join a club or society on the Fredericton or Saint John campus that supports environmental, economic and / or social sustainability. (such as the UNBSJ Green Society or the UNBF Wildlife Society).
• Volunteer with UNB Sustainability by completing the Volunteer Team Sign up Form.

Everyday ways to be a more sustainable UNB community member

• Bring your own travel mug, water bottle, utensils, food containers, shopping bags, and more to reduce waste.
• To conserve energy, turn off the lights, and unplug devices and appliances when you are not using them.
• Turn off the taps and use only what you need to conserve water.
• Eat more local foods and try eating less meat.
• Continue learning and talking about climate change and sustainability with your friends and family.
• Opt for biking, carpooling or taking public transit for your commute to campus when it works for you to help reduce emissions from single occupancy vehicles.

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