Leading a Sustainable Future

As Canada’s Green University™ and in line with UNBC's new vision of "Leading a Sustainable Future", the University of Northern British Columbia is committed to minimizing its environmental impact and operating costs by reducing energy consumption through energy efficiency projects, student and staff engagement, and energy awareness campaigns. Not only are we bound to this through a lens of social responsibility, but from the standpoint of our strategic priorities.  In recognition of these efforts, we are consistently named one of 'Canada's Greenest Employers'.

We encourage you to take some time to explore all the information on this page and hope that it will spark your interest to learn more! Should you have questions or want to get involved, visit the contacts page to find out how. 

New 'Passive House Certified' Facilities Management Building

News

We are pleased to announce that UNBC has installed 3 new electric vehicle charging stations as of June 2021. They are Siemens high-end residential style units, which are easier to operate and free to use (beyond regular parking fees on campus). There are two charging stalls in parking lot B, and one charging spot beside the entrance to Hospitality Services.

Please visit the Electric Vehicle page for more information on the new units and how to use them.

Upcoming Events

Help the planet, reduce transportation costs, and improve your health by participating in GobyBike week!
 
Transit is Free for Cyclists
 
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are happy to announce free transit for cyclists during GoByBike Week, June 3 – 9, 2024. To qualify for free transit, customers taking part in GoByBike Week must use the bus bike racks or show their bike helmet when boarding the bus.
 
Group Bike Ride on Saturday June 8
 
For details and to register: https://forms.office.com/r/xEsgqnK9iB
 
Join the UNBC Bike team, log your rides, and win amazing prizes!
 
Register with GobyBike to log your rides for a chance to win a Cycling Adventure to Italy! 
 
To join the UNBC team you will need to register first and then click the link below:
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