Sustainability Scholars
The Sustainability Scholars Program sponsors University of Alberta graduate students to work on sustainability-related applied research projects with the City of Edmonton and the University.
In the 2016 program, 14 students are being mentored by City staff and 4 are being mentored by University staff. All the scholars will be provided with a $5,000 stipend to complete a designated project over 250 hours between May 2 and August 15, 2016.
Overall, the City and the University are interested in creating opportunities for sharing information and ideas between students and professionals to advance sustainability goals; advance professional development opportunities, especially in the area of sustainability; inspire graduate students to apply their learning to real world challenges; develop relationships; and support the development and implementation of sustainability goals of the City, with a strong link to The Way We Green, and the University of Alberta's Sustainability Plan 2012-2016.
2015 Testimonials And Report Summaries
| Testimonials | Report |
| "It was great to meet people who are enthusiastic about this work!" - Marni D.M. |
Energy Mapping: The Power Of Potential Energy Executive Summary |
| "An incredible opportunity to bring science into action!" - Hosen A. |
Integrated Pest Management Plan of Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) and Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolate) for the City of Edmonton Executive Summary |
| "I enjoyed knowing that my report could help make Edmonton homes more energy efficient...and learning a bit about how the 'City of Edmonton machine' works." - Kurt B. |
Increasing Household Energy Efficiency: Influencing Behaviour Change Executive Summary |
| "I enjoyed the complexity and challenge of brownfields, and working with and learning from the other scholars." - Jeff S. |
Brownfield Redevelopment Inventory Executive Summary |
| "I enjoyed using systems thinking to identify where best practices can help Edmonton achieve more equitable, compact and sustainable growth. It was great to work with such inspired staff!" - Luca P. |
Promoting Infill As Sustainable Practice: Best Practices Study Executive Summary |
| "This was a great opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to solve a real world problem in the city where I live." - Alireza T. |
Evaluation Of Potential And Readiness Of Edmonton To Adopt Electric Vehicles Executive Summary |
Check out the full reports at University of Alberta.
For More Information
City Environmental Strategies
8th Floor, HSBC Bank Place
10250-101 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 3P4
| Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 |
|---|---|
| Fax | 780-401-7070 |
| 311@edmonton.ca | |
| Website | (http://www.edmonton.ca/TheWayWeGreen) |
