UBC Applied Science Strategic Priority Area
Climate change may be humankind’s greatest challenge.
It is already having a profound impact on human inequity, by negatively impacting food production, biodiversity, migration and human disease patterns. There is an urgent need for action. As a Faculty, we are passionate about finding solutions to the climate crisis and creating leaders who are taking action in the areas of climate, sustainability and planetary health.
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March 19, 2024
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Researchers from UBC's BioProducts Institute and Apple published a white paper that analyzes the challenges with current consumer packaging and explores more sustainable future solutions through the use of advanced fibre-based materials.
Chemical engineering professor Dr. Naoko Ellis said direct air capture, which involves removing carbon from the atmosphere, rather than at the source of production, could play a role in sectors such as aviation and concrete manufacturing where emissions will be more difficult to reduce.
On April 12, an engineering showcase at UBC Okanagan featured innovative projects designed to tackle the pressing threat of climate change.
An engineering showcase at UBCO on April 12 featured innovative projects designed to tackle the pressing threat of climate change and the need for sustainable development.
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