Sustainability hub

Learn about sustainability initiatives on campus

Concordia is dedicated to sustainability and aims for a net-zero carbon campus by 2040. The university is committed to advancing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, implementing its Sustainability Action Plan and encouraging student and community involvement through various initiatives, courses and research.

Campus Sustainability Month

This October, Concordians are invited to a series of events and activities related to sustainability

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Sustainability spotlights

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Sustainable Event Guide & Certification

Plan and host more sustainable events at Concordia

Discover how to host more socially and environmentally sustainable events at Concordia with our Sustainable Event Guide and zero-waste services.

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Fripe Concordia

Wednesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Discover gently used, affordable clothing and household items while contributing to waste reduction, circularity and accessible sustainability practices at Concordia!

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Sustainability Volunteer Program

Volunteer for a great cause this term!

Discover sustainability volunteer opportunities on campus and gain valuable experience!

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Concordia University Centre for Creative Reuse (CUCCR)

Mondays and Wednesdays: 1 - 4 p.m.
Tuesdays: 1 – 5 p.m.

Visit our creative reuse centre to find free art supplies, school supplies, and more!

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Recent awards and rankings

Winner

Canada's Greenest Employers

— 2026 Canada's Top 100 Employers

#1

in the world,
Transportation Impact Area

— 2025 AASHE Sustainable Campus Index

#3

in the world,
Energy & Climate Impact Area

— 2025 AASHE Sustainable Campus Index

#3

in the world,
Investment Impact Area

— 2025 AASHE Sustainable Campus Index

More awards, rankings & certifications

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The many facets of sustainability

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Campus Initiatives

Find out what sustainability services and projects are available to our community.

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Teaching & research

Learn about and access resources related to sustainability curriculum and research.

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Study sustainability

Explore sustainability course and program options for your academic path at Concordia.

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Tools & resources

Get the information and tools you need to enhance sustainability at Concordia.

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Sustainability assessments

Learn more about the scope of sustainability at Concordia and the sustainability assessment necessary to better implementing future sustainable strategies.

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Get Involved

Attend events from student sustainability initiatives, join or volunteer with campus sustainability groups, or find funding and additional resources.

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Responsible investing

Learn what responsible investing is and why Concordia is at the forefront.

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Sustainability contacts

Find out who to contact for sustainability related queries.

Sustainability Action Plan 2026-30

Our path to carbon neutrality by 2040 and to increased sustainability in research, curriculum, procurement, biodiversity, and food and waste management.

Explore the Sustainability Action Plan