Université Laval
Université Laval’s 2030 climate trajectory
Highly Commended , 2030 Climate Action
About
For many years, Université Laval has been a university leader in sustainable development and the fight against climate change. Its actions revolve around a set of core concepts: Measure, Reduce, Compensate, Adapt, Collaborate, and Inspire.
As part of its efforts to transform and intensify its practices, Université Laval adopted the Trajectoire 2030 en action climatique (2030 trajectory for climate action). This innovative, holistic, and integrated approach is aimed at mitigating climate change; seeking and sharing knowledge; and mobilizing the community to support, facilitate, and promote climate action. It also aims to make all climate-related actions more cohesive and coherent, increase synergies, create ripple effects, accelerate transformation, and increase positive social impact.
Top 3 learnings
- We believe that universities must inspire society and become climate leaders.
- We believe that every field of academic study can and must contribute to climate action.
- By mobilizing operational and scientific experts, we are able to act as a living laboratory for climate issues.
What it means to win
This award reflects our vision of Universite Laval's role as a driver of innovation and collaboration. We believe that solutions to major challenges such as the climate transition must be built collectively. Our community has harnessed its intelligence, creativity, and commitment to create a lasting impact.
Judges' feedback
The Judges commend this whole-of-institution approach to climate action with a formal plan and targets, including its collaborative approach and focus on putting climate action at the heart of teaching and research, operational initiatives to reduce emissions and enhance climate adaptation, and mobilising the community to promote climate action and boost impact.
Sustainable Development Goals
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Award sponsor
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| 2026 | |
| 2030 Climate Action | |
| Highly Commended , International | |
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