Category Archives: Sustainability
Augustana paving the way as a solar school Posted on May 12, 2017
The University of Alberta-Augustana is putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to green practices.
Read more…New Sustainability Planning Book by Augustana Editors Posted on October 27, 2016
Sustainability Planning and Collaboration in Rural Canada: Taking the Next Steps was published last March by The University of Alberta Press, and includes Augustana’s very own Lars Hallstrom, Glen Hvenegaard and Karsten Mundel amongst the editors. This book looks at examples of innovative and creative ways that rural communities reimagine paths towards sustainability – economically, culturally, socially, and environmentally. Click …
Read more…Students excel at community projects Posted on May 17, 2016
This year, Augustana’s CSL program is a finalist for an Alberta Emerald Award!
Read more…uAlberta Sustainability Leadership Award winners Posted on May 16, 2016
The Augustana Chaplaincy and Glen Hvenegaard were recognized at the University of Alberta’s Sustainability Awards!
Read more…Sustainability 101 program produces its first “graduates” Posted on May 11, 2016
On April 27, Augustana Extended Education hosted its fifth unique course in the five-course Sustainability 101 program.
Read more…Prairie Peace Convergence conference this weekend Posted on February 26, 2016
What if a community could create the better world it wished for, where all people, communities and ecosystems could live well?
Read more…Sustainable solutions in the Augustana cafeteria Posted on February 2, 2016
Lilas Bielopotocky integrates sustainability into food services at Augustana.
Read more…Distinguished Professorial Lecture: Dr. Lars Hallström Posted on November 17, 2015
Join Dr. Lars K. Hallström on November 30 as he examines environmental issues and their implications on policy planning.
Read more…Making Peace with the Land Conference, Nov 13-15 Posted on November 3, 2015
The fourth annual community-centered gathering aimed at public discussion of economy and responsibility for natural systems.
Read more…It’s time for neglected rural reinvestment Posted on October 2, 2015
“Despite the vital role of rural places in this country we have ignored rural Canada and run down the capital invested in rural regions by previous generations.” – State of Rural Canada report
Read more…Augustana expands Sustainability 101 program Posted on October 2, 2015
The open-enrolment professional training on sustainable rural management is expanding after a sold-out summer pilot season.
Read more…Collaboration made Augustana Miquelon Lake Research Station possible Posted on August 25, 2015
On August 20, over 110 guests celebrated the opening of the University of Alberta’s newest research station.
Read more…Augustana student wins U of A sustainability award Posted on June 8, 2015
Alyssa Belanger was recognized for her work towards integrating sustainability into the Augustana and Camrose communities.
Read more…Ryan Mason (’09) and agricultural renewal Posted on April 9, 2015
How can we discuss current food security and agricultural challenges in Alberta? How do we bring energy back to agriculture among urban youth and young farmers?
Read more…Augustana celebrates #WellnessWeek Posted on March 23, 2015
With over 50 events planned, #WellnessWeek is taking Augustana by storm!
Read more…Share your vision for campus sustainability Posted on February 9, 2015
The University of Alberta wants to know your vision for social, economic and environmental sustainability at our institution.
Read more…A Lunch & Learn session on managing our most vital resource Posted on January 19, 2015
Dr. Lars Hallström examines the issues surrounding water in Alberta. Do you have questions about the future of water? You should.
Read more…New Lougheed Centre wins two major building awards Posted on December 17, 2014
Alberta Construction Magazine recognized the Lougheed Centre with their two highest awards.
Read more…Contribute to uAlberta’s Sustainability Plan Posted on December 3, 2014
Complete a brief online survey by midnight on Sunday, December 7, to help green the Green & Gold.
Read more…Miquelon Lake Research Centre moves ahead Posted on November 12, 2014
Camrose Canadian: Augustana’s environmental research station is moving ahead, becoming operational by spring.
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