COMMITMENT
Posters on campus
Look for big posters in these buildings: Campus Activity Centre, International Building, Old Main, Science, and Trades and Technology.
COMMUNITY CLIMATE ACTION PLAN
Eight big moves
How TRU is contributing to Kamloops' climate action plan, and what you can do to contribute
1
LOW-CARBON DEVELOPMENT
Low-Carbon District Energy System
TRU is projected to have one of the most advanced systems in the world.
2
CAR LIGHT COMMUNITY
Improving bike share program
TRU aims to create the best bicycle commuting incentive program of any Canadian university.
3
ZERO EMISSIONS TRANSPORTATION
Buying electric or hybrid vehicles
TRU has a dedicated coordinator constantly looking for ways to improve.
4
ZERO CARBON HOMES & BUILDINGS
Certified LEED gold buildings
TRU aims for reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of 95 percent compared to 2020 levels.
5
ZERO WASTE/CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Five-year zero waste plan
TRU aims to divert 95 percent of all waste from the landfill.
6
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Installation of solar PV panels
TRU hopes to have solar PV panels on every rooftop and in parking lots.
7
MUNICIPAL CLIMATE LEADERSHIP
Campus climate leadership
TRU projects and initiatives demonstrate climate leadership to the community.
8
HEALTHY URBAN ECOSYSTEM
Healthy ecosystem on campus
TRU assets, programs and initiatives maintain a healthy campus ecosystem.
