sustainability
Evolve E-Bikes make their way to SFU Burnaby campus
September 22, 2023On August 28, a new transportation option rolled its way onto the SFU Burnaby campus. 30 new electric pedal Evolve E-Bikes are now available in various spots across the mountain for the SFU community to enjoy. The bikes will be available 24/7 for pick-up and drop-off, from the Dining Commons Patio to University High Street. The Peak connected with David Agosti, Parking and Sustainability Mobility Services director at SFU, to discuss the conception of the Evolve E-Bike program. The program’s purpose is to encourage a “zero-emissions mobility option” for all who find themselves around SFU Burnaby, said Agosti. “It was…
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School of Sustainable Energy Engineering students lead the way for a sustainable future
September 6, 2023In the fall of 2019, the SFU School of Sustainable Energy Engineering (SEE) established its first cohort of students. In June 2023, the program celebrated its first group of graduates who walked across the stage. The SEE program is the…
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Sustainability event expresses concern for Canada’s climate action
March 8, 2023In 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced, “We will continue to do our part to cut pollution and build a cleaner future for everyone.” Yet, conversations from SFU’s “Sustainability Research Intersections” event expressed concern for Canada’s response to climate change. …
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The realities of ethical fashion
January 10, 2023Fast fashion in the clothing industry has become a prominent collective discussion over the years. More people are citing concerns over the ethical practices of clothing companies and the impact behind what they wear. Younger generations have grown to understand…
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BC youth tackle eco-anxiety in new digital zine
January 10, 2023The effects of the climate crisis are disproportionate for minorities and low income countries. In BC, communities have suffered damage and death from extended wildfire seasons, flooding, and heat waves. Although the fight for climate justice continues, many people, especially…
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Hidden Gems: Second-hand clothing stores
November 25, 2022There’s something about thrift stores that takes you out of your own mind and into an enthralling experience of hunting down unique gems. Thrifting is like rummaging through someone’s old wardrobe to put together your eclectic style. With winter in…
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Responsible ways to donate used clothing
November 18, 2022Thrifting has long been co-opted by large commercial entities like Value Village and become increasingly unaffordable for low-income people. Instead of donating to large corporations, here are a few ways to donate or trade used clothing. Donate Especially as temperatures…
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Club Profile: VeggieSFU
November 8, 2022The writer of this piece is affiliated with VeggieSFU. VeggieSFU has been steadily racking up members and sparking discussions among SFU’s vast plant-based community. It’s a club which exists to “create community, facilitate discussion, and provide support and resources for…
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It’s time for SFU to fully divest from fossil fuels
September 11, 2021This summer, unprecedented temperatures captured the world’s attention when domestic and international news outlets warned about record-breaking heat in Lytton, just days before the town was destroyed in a wildfire. As grim as this was, the horror of the situation…
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SFU students develop automated irrigation system to preserve water consumption
July 5, 2021An automated irrigation monitoring (AIM) system to reshape the agriculture sector’s water management was made by School of Sustainable Energy Engineering students. In an interview with The Peak, project co-lead Mackenzie Calder said the team aimed to “reduce how much…
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