The Green Review
Tips for sustainable landscaping
Sam Allen
Posted: September 5, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
The leaves are starting to turn, and the harvest will soon be upon us! Did you know that fall is the ideal planting time for certain species? Or that some do better growing indoors over the winter? It’s never the wrong time of year to start planning out the future of your lawn or garden, should you have one. Why not beautify and make your green space Green? Here are some ideas to consider for a sustainable property that is right for you! Choose native plants for your landscaping and...
UNB Student Participating in the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Rose He and UNB Sustainability
Posted: February 6, 2023 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Questions , Programs and Updates
Two members from the University of New Brunswick are involved with Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society New Brunswick’s (CPAWS) Canadian Wilderness Stewardship Program. This program connects youth to nature and their local communities, inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. There are three core components of the program: A CPAWS-led expedition to a regional watershed in need of protection;Participant-led, volunteer community service projects focused on conservation...
Habitat for Humanity Restore Partnership
Autumn Downey
Posted: January 4, 2023 11:52:00 AM AST
Category: Programs and Updates , Questions
About the partnershipUNB has partnered with the local non-profit charitable organization, Habitat for Humanity Restore. Not only does this partnership divert good-quality items that would otherwise end up in a landfill, but it also aims to provide a decent and safe living environment for all residents.How does it help your community?Habitat for Humanity ReStores are home and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and used items. Purchasing items at a Habitat ReStore is a...
17 Rooms
Jacqueline Nsubuga
Posted: January 3, 2023 8:30:00 AM AST
What are the 17 Rooms? 17 Rooms is an initiative founded by The Rockefeller Foundation and The Brookings Institution to help organizations advance the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The 17 Rooms process utilizes brainstorming and collaboration to create practical solutions for the SDGs. The first global flagship took place in 2018, where global leaders convened to advance the SDGs globally. Since then, higher education institutions have joined in similar efforts to...
Personal Sustainability Tips
UNB Sustainability
Posted: January 1, 2023 12:00:00 AM AST
Any behaviour change is challenging and rarely follows a clear linear path. Typically, people get lost, question their methods or choices, and lack the energy to invest in healthy, sustainable behaviours. Indeed, some days are more complex, but the key is accepting that people make mistakes and still persevere. 1. Buy local Locally produced items have a less environmental impact than products produced elsewhere because of the reliance on fossil fuels during transportation. Shop at farmers'...
UNB Sustainability's Summary of New Brunswick's Climate Change Action Plan
UNB Sustainability
Posted: December 12, 2022 1:30:00 PM AST
The University of New Brunswick's Sustainability summary of New Brunswick’s ‘Pathway Towards Decarbonization and Climate Resilience New Brunswick’s Climate Change Action Plan 2022-2027’. A Climate Change Action Plan is a widely used tool to establish objectives for mitigating human impacts and adapting to climate change. The revised plan uses the 2016 Climate Change Action Plan: “Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy” as the foundation. The 2022 plan is...
Sustainability Dictionary
UNB Sustainability
Posted: November 30, 2022 3:40:00 PM AST
Your go-to guide for commonly used climate change and sustainability terminology. Adaptation vs Mitigation: Adaptation is making changes to better withstand future impacts. Mitigation is making changes to prevent climate change impact. (i.e., building seawalls to protect against erosion (adaptation) vs reducing greenhouse gas emissions to reduce the severity of climate change impacts (mitigation)).Anthropocene: Unit of geologic time defined by human impact on the planet. ('Anthro' means...
How and why to mend your clothing
UNB Sustainability
Posted: November 2, 2022 12:05:00 PM ADT
Fashion companies, like most, work by supply and demand. So, reducing our consumption is the simplest solution to the fast fashion crisis and a cultural attitude shift in how the industry works. Thus, it is essential to have a balance between sustainability and fashion. Due to high demand and cheap production, modern clothing has a short lifespan. The more people buy, the more waste is sent to landfills annually. To be a part of the change, we must redefine how we treat our possessions and...
What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
UNB Sustainability
Posted: October 2, 2022 10:00:00 AM ADT
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by the United Nations member states in 2015, consist of 17 goals that provide a shared blueprint for a more sustainable and equitable world. In addition, each goal has specific targets and indicators to help monitor progress towards achieving them.The SDGs address the most pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges in developing and developed nations. Even though over 190 countries have adopted them, it is essential to note that...
Green Events
UNB Sustainability
Posted: September 14, 2022 9:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Questions , Programs and Updates
The Green Event Program provides and supports community members interested in hosting a sustainable event on campus. Whether small or large, events have a potential negative impact on the environment and people. For example, events that include food tend to generate more waste compared to others. The Green Event program allows you to minimize potential negative impacts and showcase your commitment to sustainability which may inspire others to follow suit. There are several factors to consider...
What is Climate Justice
UNB Sustainability
Posted: March 1, 2022 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Questions
Climate justice is increasingly being demanded around the world. To grasp the meaning of climate justice, it is important to first understand the social complexities of climate change. As we know, climate change as previously defined in the Green Review refers to the long-term shift in average weather conditions. While there are several causes of climate change, recent IPCC reports have recognized anthropogenic activity as the leading cause. However, there are inequalities within the causes...
What is the IPCC
UNB Sustainability
Posted: February 17, 2022 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Questions
The IPCC stands for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. It was established by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in 1988. The purpose of the IPCC is to provide all member countries with a scientific framework to help them develop nation specific climate policies. The framework is typically in the form of an assessment report which includes the impacts and future risks of climate change and provides potential strategies...
What is Biodiversity
UNB Sustainability
Posted: January 10, 2022 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Questions
The term “biodiversity” or “biological diversity” refers to the living animals/plants and the processes that affect their abundance, expressed at genetic, species and ecosystem levels. Simply put, biodiversity describes the variety of all life on Earth, in all its forms and interactions at different levels. Why is biodiversity important? Past research has shown that biodiversity is essential to all life on earth. It is important to recognize that it is responsible for...
What is Climate Change
UNB Sustainability
Posted: October 29, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Questions
Climate is the average weather in a particular area. Climate change, according to the IPCC, refers to the change in the mean and/or variability of temperature and precipitation over an extended period, typically decades or longer. To simply put, it is the long-term shift in the average weather conditions. What causes climate change? The Earth’s climate is largely influenced by several factors, these include solar...
What is Sustainability
UNB Sustainability
Posted: August 23, 2021 7:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Questions
What is sustainability? Sustainability – Living according to our needs, while making sure that future generations can also have their needs met. Imagine an island in the middle of the ocean with only a few trees on it. You need wood for heat, food, cooking and light. If you cut down all the trees in one year, there will be none next year, or for future generations. However, when discussing sustainability people normally think of sustainability as an environmental concept, and while this...