sustainability at bcit
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overviewBCIT’s commitment to sustainability encompasses everything from advancing the state of practice through education and research, to improving the efficiency of campus operations through green building design and employee stewardship programs. Our sustainability initiatives cover three main areas:
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BCIT is integral to the economic, social and environmental prosperity of British Columbia.
BCIT signs the BC Hydro Power Smart energy conservation pledge
BCIT pledges institute level commitment to saving energy across campus. details > New "Sustainability Precinct" aims for 90% reduction in energy and materials consumption BCIT's School of Construction and Environment is launching a project on the Burnaby campus with ambitious goals. A 90% reduction? learn more > BCIT Wins "Education for Sustainability" award BCIT received the Education for Sustainability Award by the North American Council of Staff, Program and Organizational Development for its Pacific Spirit Project. more > Focus on sustainability nets government and industry funding This year, BCIT received almost $2 million through grants and donations to support sustainability-related projects. learn more > New green Campus Gateway building for BCIT The federal and provincial governments announce $39 million dollar project including new green Campus Gateway building for Burnaby campus. read more > BCIT named Canada's greenest campus An international publication with a readership of tens of thousands has named all five British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) campuses “Canada’s greenest”. |
