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  • How changing your diet could help save the world

    How changing your diet could help save the world

    UBC research shows nearly half the global population—and almost all Canadians—must change their diets to curb climate change. Discover simple steps to reduce food emissions and help keep warming below 2°C.

  • Urban greenways can reduce neighbourhood carbon emissions

    Urban greenways can reduce neighbourhood carbon emissions

    A new UBC study has found that greenways significantly reduce carbon emissions, with 300 metres being the optimal distance for maximum environmental benefits.

  • Bacteria-powered solar cell converts light to energy, even under overcast skies

    Bacteria-powered solar cell converts light to energy, even under overcast skies

    UBC researchers have found a cheap, sustainable way to build a solar cell using bacteria that convert light to energy.

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