
Studying the possible use of worm composting in the New SUB - a SEEDS Project
UBC’s SEEDS (Social Ecological Economic Development Studies) Program provides students with real-world sustainability experience, skills and knowledge while they earn course-based credit. Students work collaboratively with faculty and staff to develop and implement projects that build on the theme of campus as a living laboratory to address campus sustainability challenges, many of which have been implemented or influenced decision making. The SEEDS Library includes over 800 student reports on topics such as waste and water management, climate change, food security, transportation, energy conservation and more.
UBC operational staff members are constantly identifying new sustainability challenges to address on campus. Through the UBC SEEDS Program, they find tangible solutions with the help of UBC students and faculty members. How Does the SEEDS Program Work?UBC staff members usually initiate SEEDS projects, but project ideas can also be...
Welcome! The SEEDS Program Library is Campus Sustainability's digital repository for all SEEDS student re...
SEEDS is Western Canada’s first academic operational program to integrate students’ energy and enthusiasm for sustainability with faculty members’ research experience, and staff members’ commitment and expertise to advance sustainability on campus. Building on the theme of campus as a living laboratory, SEEDS helps unite campus operations and ...
Since 2000, SEEDS has produced over 800 student reports and engaged over 4,500 participants. SEEDS projects are ambitious, offer unique sustainability solutions and are frequently considered and implemented on campus. Below is a list of annual project highlights....
For UBC staff, faculty and students interested in doing a SEEDS project, our FAQs will answer all your questions about the SEEDS Program. You can also download the SEEDS case study to learn more about the program’s his...
