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.

Recent awards and rankings

#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

#3

in the world,
Research Impact Area

— 2025 AASHE Sustainable Campus Index

More awards, rankings & certifications

Sustainability spotlights

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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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Fripe Concordia

Open Thursdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting January 22

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 Champion Awards

Nominate a Sustainability Champion

Nominate a student, staff or faculty member who is making a difference in the environmental, social and/or financial sustainability (or all three!) of our university. The nomination period closes February 2, 2026.

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Support Sustainability at Concordia

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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.