The Campus Sustainability Framework at the University of Windsor outlines our commitment to fostering a sustainable and resilient campus. This page features the complete framework, along with additional supporting reports that highlight our ongoing sustainability initiatives. Together, these documents detail the strategies, actions, and goals designed to integrate sustainability into every facet of campus life, engaging the entire UWindsor community in creating a greener future.
The University of Windsor's inaugural Sustainability Framework (2024 -2029) articulates the key priority areas and objectives the campus will be working towards to embed sustainability into all aspects of campus life including academics, research and innovation, operations, governance, and through on and off campus engagement.
The Framework highlights five (5) key priority areas, all of which are essential to creating and maintaining a sustainable campus:
- Integrate sustainability in academics and research
- Reduce our environmental impact
- Protect and conserve natural resources
- Embed sustainability in policy, governance, and accountability
- Foster a culture of sustainability
This document was developed by the Sustainability Steering Committee through a collaborative process with staff, students, faculty and members of the community.
To gain a deeper understanding of the shared commitment to sustainability and how you can contribute to its success, read the Sustainability Framework (2024 -2029).
Discover the University of Windsor’s 2024 Sustainability Annual Report, our inaugural publication highlighting key milestones and ongoing commitments to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic sustainability. Organized into three sections—Annual Sustainability Report, Responsible Investing, and TCFD Report—this comprehensive document highlights key achievements such as reductions in greenhouse gas emissions that support our path to carbon neutrality, groundbreaking research, and sustainability-focused initiatives and activities both inside and outside the classroom.
The Campus Carbon Neutral Masterplan, Board-approved in December 2023, is a the roadmap outlining the University's strategy to reduce GHG emissions, improve conservation efforts and increase energy efficiency on campus.