A field school in Guatemala led by Geography Professor Dr. Catherine Nolin examined human rights violations, historical memory and Canada’s role in global justice. The experience resulted in an academic paper and a StoryMap amplifying the voices of Guatemalan people.

Global study reveals alarming rarity of intact and undisturbed tropical rainforests

A global study led by UNBC’s Rajeev Pillay reveals only 25 per cent of tropical rainforests remain in high integrity, which is crucial for biodiversity and climate regulation. Using advanced mapping, the study offers insights for global conservation efforts.

UNBC research income remains at near-record level

UNBC moved up one spot in the undergraduate tier for research income earnings in the latest Research Infosource Canada's Top 50 Research University rankings.

Restoring watersheds and salmon habitats post-wildfire

A multi-party initiative led by the Skeetchestn Indian Band, supported by UNBC and other partners, is restoring the Deadman River and studying innovative, culturally-informed strategies to mitigate the impacts of severe wildfires on watersheds and salmon habitats.

GROWing knowledge on the impact of glyphosate on forest ecosystems

With more than $1.5 million in funding, the GROW research project team gathered with community partners to officially launch a collaborative study aimed at digging deeper into the ecological and health impacts of herbicides on forest ecosystems.

Forms

Below you will find forms pertaining to the Faculty of Environment.

Request for funding

This form is to be completed by Faculty of Environment students interested in travel, field study, etc., or Faculty of Environment faculty and programs looking to fund initiatives that fall outside their regular budgets.

Faculty of Environment - Request for funding form - fillable

Request for funding - completed sample form