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UTSC Sustainability Resources & Information

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UTSC Sustainability Guide


UTSC Sustainability Guide Fall 2022.pdf
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Low-Carbon Action Plan (2019-24)


Changing how we consume, distribute, and produce energy 

In 2019, U of T launched and began implementing our low-carbon action plan (2019-24). The five-year, tri-campus plan lays out our framework and actions to significantly reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and position us to meet our 2030 reduction target: 37% below 1990 levels. This follows the University’s 2018 decision
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Vermicompost on Campus


Did you know that worms help transform some of UTSC's food waste into valuable natural fertilizer called vermicompost? Transforming our food waste into natural fertilizer helps to reduce the energy and costs from managing it and diverts food waste from our landfills.
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Waste Audit and Waste Reduction Work Plan


A waste audit was conducted at UTSC on a representative sample of buildings on campus. The Waste Audits and Waste Reduction Work Plan provide information and recommendations on the waste diversion activities on campus.

2022 Waste Audit and Waste Reduction Work Plan

2018 Waste Audit and the Waste Reduction Work Plan

2008 Waste Reduction Work Plan

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Campus Projects


The UTSC campus is growing! A primary goal of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer and The University of Toronto Scarborough's (UTSC) portfolios is to move forward with the capital plan agenda for both major and minor renovations for the University  and to help it reach its fullest potential as a major centre for learning, research & community engagement. UTSC has
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UTSC Sustainable Living Guide


Have questions about sustainability initiatives on campus or want to know more about how you can get involved in sustainability initiatives? Check out the Sustainability Guide for sustainable-living tips, sustainability related programs, and more information about sustainability initiatives at UTSC! UTSC Sustainability Guide Fall 2022.pdf