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The 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings
In the most recent rankings, UVic is ranked 2nd in Canada and 5th globally for climate action (SDG 13). In addition to the many research initiatives and scholarships focused on climate action, UVic also offers hands-on climate-inspired education including an undergraduate climate science degree and first-of-its-kind graduate-level coastal climate solutions leaders program.Stories of impact
World Oceans Day
June 8 is World Oceans Day and the theme of this year is One Ocean, One Climate, One Future – Together. This year, we’re sharing a round-up of stories that demonstrate UVic’s commitment to leading change today for healthier oceans tomorrow.![Hailey Davies sits on the beach and holds a piece of paper.](../../../_assets/images/cards/promo/2205241116-720x405.webp)
Finding hope for the ocean with fish sounds
Vanier scholar Hailey Davies is co-leading an education program that engages all ages in ocean literacy using recorded fish sounds and interactive games. Ahead of World Oceans Day she shared her perspectives on the future of the ocean.
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Experts on World Oceans Day 2024
From marine biodiversity and ocean-based solutions to combat climate change, including carbon dioxide removal to AI and cybersecurity for underwater vehicles, we know oceans.
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Oceans as a source of law
UVic Borders in Globalization graduate fellow Andrew Ambers envisions that the future of water governance will be transformed in Canada by honouring coastal Indigenous legal orders.
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A healthier ocean for all
UVic marine ecologist and PhD student Neha Acharya-Patel understands that lives are completely reliant on a functioning ocean ecosystem. She is inspiring, and developing, the next generation of ocean professionals.
Climate programs and training
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BSc in Climate Science
Develop skills for advancing climate action through the Transformative Climate Action programs.
Research
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Bombardier chooses UVic for aerospace research
EcoJet Research Project aims to reduce business jet emissions up to 50 per cent.
UVic researchers are global experts tackling social, economic, and environmental issues relating to climate action.
Campus sustainability
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District Energy Plant
Boiler replacements to reduce UVic's greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent.
Learn how UVic is answering the call to protect our planet while promoting prosperity for everyone.