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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Ecosystems, People & Resilience

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Perceptions, Culture, Values & Behaviour

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Land, Food, Water & Waste

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Energy, Pollution & Climate Change

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Infrastructure, Emerging Technology & Development

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Governance, Policy, Law & Justice

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Congratulations 2019 BC Studies Prize Award Recipient: Johnnie Manson

Posted on May 15, 2020 by mina phaisaltantiwongs

Congratulations to UBC IRES PhD student, Johnnie Manson, for being the 2019 BC Studies Prize award recipient.

COMMENTARY: The pandemic has taught us the importance of preparation. Let’s apply that lesson

Posted on May 11, 2020 by mina phaisaltantiwongs

The COVID-19 crisis shows that over-preparing is the right thing to do. UBC professor Kai Chan says we should learn from that experience and act to prevent climate change.