Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability
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a problem-focused and curiosity-driven interdisciplinary research institute and graduate program, with interest and expertise in a wide range of topics under the realm of environment and sustainability.
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February 27, 2020: IRES Faculty Seminar with Jiaying Zhao
When: 27th Feb 2020 12:30:pm
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February 27, 2020: IRES Faculty Seminar with Jiaying Zhao
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February 27, 2020: IRES Faculty Seminar with Jiaying Zhao
When: 27th Feb 2020 12:30:pm
Where:February 27, 2020: IRES Faculty Seminar with Jiaying Zhao
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March 5, 2020: IRES Professional Development Seminar with Tom Hetherington
When: 5th Mar 2020 12:30:pm
Where:People from all walks to life are struggling to cope with the emotional impact of the climate crisis. In this Professional Development Seminar, Tom will share strategies and supports from the “From Climate Grief to Acton (FCGA)” group for dealing with feelings associated with eco-grief and/or climate anxiety, including non-judgmental personal storytelling, building communities of mutual support, mindfulness exercises, and self-empowering action planning.
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Overhaul your carbon footprint: These are the most impactful choices you can make
Posted on February 10, 2020 by mina phaisaltantiwongs
UBC psychologist Jiaying Zhao, Canada Research Chair in behavioural sustainability, spoke about carbon footprint and which aspects of our daily lives contribute to climate change.
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Dr. Hannah Wittman Awarded UBC Killam Research Fellowship
Posted on February 6, 2020 by mina phaisaltantiwongs
Congratulations to Dr. Hannah Wittman, Professor at the UBC Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES) and the UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS), for being awarded a UBC Killam Research Fellowship.