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University of British Columbia Botanical Garden
Contact:
Dionne Bunsha
Climate and Conservation Engagement Coordinator
garden.programs@ubc.ca
604-822-4208
Region Served:
Vancouver, British Columbia
Website:
botanicalgarden.ubc.ca
Focus Area: Landscapes and Horticulture
Completed
Planned
Landscapes and Horticulture
Ensure 25% of all lawn/garden maintenance equipment is electric (by end of 2025)
Ensure that 50% pesticides and fertilizers used are not derived from fossil fuels
Additional Goals for This Institution
Buildings and Energy
Water
Food Service
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Waste
Investments
Internal and External Engagement
Establish a green team to support employee-related climate action
Educate visitors on sustainable, fossil-free horticulture (by end of 2025)
Educate visitors on growing organic food
Educate visitors on the impacts of food choices and waste on climate change (by end of 2025)
Teach facts and best practices to mitigate and reduce global climate change (by end of 2025)
Research
Conduct region-specific research related to climate change (by end of 2026)
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