York University has long been recognized as an international leader in sustainability-relevant research, teaching, partnerships, and campus practices. By challenging ourselves to deepen this work over the next five years, and to track and report on our contributions, we reaffirm our longstanding York values of social justice, equity, sustainability, and excellence in all that we do.
Sustainability Strategy
The University’s plan to Right the Future and create positive change affects every corner of our campuses. Read the 2024 Sustainability Strategy here.
UAP - SDG Challenge
The University Academic Plan (UAP) 2020-2025 is about coming together to make positive change for our students, our campuses, and our local and global communities.
Net Zero by 2040
York is advancing bold new sustainability goals to shrink its carbon footprint and increase transparency and accountability.
Sustainability Policy
York University’s Sustainability Policy sets a bold framework for advancing environmental responsibility, equity, and climate action across all university operations.
Sustainability Framework
The framework consist of three levels which include: Working Groups, the Sustainability Taskforce and the Steering Committee.
Reports & Data
York University’s sustainability reports showcase progress, data, and impact across key initiatives that are highlighting the university’s commitment to transparency and continuous improvement in environmental and social responsibility.
Partnerships
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and York University are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two organizations to formalize their long-standing relationship. The MOU highlights potential areas of collaboration and lays out a process for working together on specific projects and initiatives.
World Wildlife Fund Canada
World Wildlife Fund Canada is the country's largest conservation organization, with a mission to reverse the decline of wildlife. WWF Canada's Living Planet Leader program encourages students in the practice of sustainability and the protection of nature on campus and beyond. Learn more about how to sign up here.
Recycle Your Batteries Canada!
Through the partnership, the University has installed battery bins across campuses, with exact locations available through the Interactive Campus Map. Recycle Your Batteries Canada! initiative allows the York U community to safely recycle household batteries, which can create environmental damage if they end up in landfills, releasing toxic chemicals that seep into soil and harm ecosystems.