sustainability
SATCo’s sustainability: How the theatre department reduces waste
Theatre can be wasteful, but these students are making a concerted effort to reduce waste with every show they stage.
Looking for resources to build a sustainable future? Check out the UVSP’s lending library
Both the lending library and the free store can be found at the UVSP office, which is in room B020 of the basement of the Student Union Building (SUB).
Student housing expansion proposal underway, completion expected fall 2029
“It’s 500 more beds on campus and I know there’s a need for that. More beds on campus means more basement suites in the community that can be rented to…
UVic should join Tofino in banning single-use plastic bottles
With this being said, the environmental impact that comes with the production of a reusable water bottle is significantly larger than that of a single-use plastic water bottle. This doesn’t…
Parking at UVic is a daily battle for commuting students
UVic has made strides in promoting sustainability, but it cannot do so at the expense of students’ ability to engage with campus life. By investing in smarter, more accessible parking…
‘Where am I going to park this downtown?’
Bike and bus lanes and pedestrian-only areas have been popping up everywhere in recent years –– evidence of the city’s efforts to increase livability, while also moving away from car…
‘Juggling pain, spoons, and guilt’
There is a severe lack of disabled representation in conversations about how fast fashion, driving, and single-use plastic affect the environment. When able-bodied individuals complain about single use items, the…
