Sustainability & Climate Action Plan

The UGDSB is committed to Leading Through Sustainability, a core pillar of the Board’s Multi-Year Plan. Our Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025–2030) demonstrates how we will reduce environmental impact, model sustainable practices, and empower students to become environmental leaders.

Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025-2030)

The UGDSB is proud to share our new Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025–2030). This plan is our roadmap for creating healthier, greener learning environments while reducing our environmental footprint.

Over the next five years, the plan will guide our efforts in seven key areas:

  • Energy conservation and efficiency

  • Waste minimization

  • Water conservation

  • Purchasing and procurement

  • Active transportation

  • Engagement and collaboration

  • Environmental leadership

Highlights include converting 90% of lighting to high-efficiency LEDs by 2028, expanding the use of heat pump technology, rolling out standardized recycling and composting programs, and creating more opportunities for students and staff to lead sustainability initiatives. This work directly supports our Multi-Year Plan commitment to Leading Through Sustainability.

View the full plan here.

7 focus areas of the Sustainability & Climate Action Plan