Get involved
There are a variety of ways you can get involved in sustainability on campus:
- Take a sustainability-related academic course.
- Participate in sustainability-focused campus events that happen throughout the year, such as the Residence Energy Challenge and Sustainability Month.
- Learn how you can make your own events more sustainable.
- Apply to our Student Sustainability Fund to help support your sustainability work on campus (Fredericton only).
- Learn how to reduce and sort your waste on campus.
- Learn where you can find sustainable food options on campus.
- Use sustainable travel modes more often.
Tips to become a more sustainable UNB community member
- Bring your own travel mug, water bottle, utensils, food containers, shopping bags, and more to reduce waste.
- Try walking, biking and taking public transportation more often to improve your health and reduce emissions.
- To conserve energy, turn off the lights and unplug devices and appliances when you are not using them.
- Turn off the taps and use only what you need to conserve water.
- Eat more local foods and try eating less meat.
- Continue learning and talking about climate change and sustainability with your friends and family.
Follow UNB Sustainability on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date on our work and how you can get involved.
Campus groups
Various groups on campus contribute to sustainability at UNB.
Join a group
Sustainability Office Volunteer Team
A group created to promote sustainability on campus. The UNB Sustainability Office Volunteer Team is made up of students from multiple societies, on both campuses, to promote sustainable living through education and events.
If you're interested in the Team, reach out to UNB Sustainability at sustain@unb.ca to hear more.
Green Society
A group of Saint John
They work together to reduce waste, conserve energy and
Environmental Society
The Fredericton Society organizes events and activities that promote sustainability, such as recycling drives, campus cleanups and educational events.
They also work to raise awareness about environmental issues and encourage others to take action
ENR Society
A society within the Environment and Natural Resources program at UNB who organize events surrounding engagement with the environment and promote sustainable practices on campus.
Artzone Water Campaign
ArtZone is a home base available to students interested in creating art. Every year for World Water Day, ArtZone hosts a special exhibit to raise awareness of environmental issues related to water conservation.
ArtZone also participates in and promotes many other sustainability activities throughout the year.
Wildlife Society
A club dedicated to providing students with wildlife-related skills and volunteer experience.
They also host and promote sustainability-related events on campus.
