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Sustainable Development Report

2009-2010

Table of ContentsWord from the Rector 1

1. Université Laval at a Glance 2

2. Vision of Sustainable Development 4

3. Université Laval’s Sustainable Development Approach 6

4. Implementation of the Action Plan 11

5. Sustainable Development Educational Program 21

6. Research and Creativity in Sustainable Development 26

7. University Community Initiatives 28

8. Conclusion 36

Appendices 37

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Université Laval plays a major role in society both at home and abroad. Solidly rooted in the realities of today’s modern world, the University feels a particular concern for the many challenges posed by sustainable development. Its influence in this area is genuine, because it is at once:

> A place to train qualified, responsible individuals who promote change

> A source of new knowledge and innovation

> An establishment with a social calling that generates significant economic spinoffs and invests in its com-

munity

> A living environment for tens of thousands of people

Université Laval, an institution of international repute and high academic standards, fully understands so-ciety’s concerns about sustainable development as well as the importance of committing to an approach that adheres to its principles.

Our university is also resolutely focused on pursuing its mission to teach, conduct research, and contribute to the community, with concern for social equity, the environment, and efficiency. Members of our university community are engaged and actively help us reach this objective.

Université Laval is a legacy on loan to us for a time, and we as individuals and a community have a duty to preserve and improve it for future generations.

It is therefore with great pride that we present this first sustainable development report, which paints a picture of the results of our efforts thus far to make Université Laval an example of discipline and innovation in sustainable development.

Word from the Rector

Denis Brière, Rector

Université Laval at a Glance

Mission

Université Laval, the oldest French-language university in North America, is an

institution of international repute and high academic standards that contributes to

society’s growth and development:

> By training qualified, responsible individuals who promote change

> By advancing and sharing knowledge in a dynamic environment of research and

creativity

Since its founding, Université Laval has been training, equipping, and guiding the

decision makers who’ve grappled with the major issues of society. Through the

advancement and sharing of knowledge, its culture of excellence, and its global

outlook, our academic community contributes to the development and international

profile of our province. In 2010, with the world at a crossroads, Université Laval

played a bigger role than ever in Québec City and on the national and international

scene, both as a catalyst for change and a visionary institution where knowledge,

creativity, innovation, and commitment are part of everyday life.

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In numbers

> 5 main fields of study: administration; arts, literature, and languages; sciences

and engineering; humanities; and health sciences

> An updated selection of 384 undergraduate and graduate programs, including programs

with cooperative, entrepreneurial, international, or sustainable development profiles

> A total of 450 distance learning courses

> Some 45,000 students

> Over 4,000 foreign students from 112 countries

> Over 200 student associations

> 13 Rouge et Or sporting clubs with some 350 student athletes

> nearly 2,500 regular professors, lecturers, and teaching assistants

> Over 1,300 internationally renowned research professors

> nearly $42 million in scholarships and research grants given out annually

> A total of 240,533 graduates since the University’s founding

> Over 9,000 diplomas and attestations issued every year, 28% of which are for graduate studies

> the University is ranked 7th among major research universities in Canada, with $280 million

in funding for research and creativity, 20% of which comes from private partners

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Since its beginnings, Université Laval has borne a responsibility that is both institutional and community based, and today it continues to pursue the same objective of preserving and improving people’s quality of life without compromising that of others or of future generations.

“For Université Laval, sustainable quality of life for individuals and the community is achieved by striking a balance between our efforts in three areas: living environment (environment), lifestyle (society), and standard of living (economy).” (Éric Bauce, Executive and Development Vice-Rector)

In keeping with this vision, in 2007 University management set about firmly anchoring its campus and community in the key values of sustainable development.

To undertake such a project, Université Laval needed to have its members on board with the cause to help transform sustainable development issues into action. That is why it opted to lay out the resources needed to carry out a number of initiatives set in motion by students and employees.

Université Laval’s Vision of Sustainable Development

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The various issues were divided into three categories, as illustrated in the following diagram:

In connection with these issues, this report provides an account of all that has been accomplished during this first year of the 2009–2012 Action plan.

It presents the University’s approach, the steps taken to implement its action plan, sug-gested educational programs, achievements in research and creativity, and the university community’s various initiatives.

the following is therefore a detailed and comprehensive report on Université Laval’s successes in sustainable development for 2009–2010.

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Issues related to standard of living> Rigorous operational management and maintenance of a balanced budget to

ensure financial sustainability

> Responsible purchasing of goods and services to minimize their ecological footprint and promote community social and economic development

Issues related to lifestyle> promotion of healthy habits

> Support for initiatives that foster a global outlook and all types of commitment to social and humanitarian causes by members of the university community

Issues related living environment> Conservation of the environment and its resources

> Application of measures promoting maximum energy recovery

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Université Laval’s Sustainable Development Approach

> A structured, consistent approach, based on community involvementBolstered by its shared vision of sustainable development, in 2007 Université Laval set about establishing a structured approach designed to get the entire university community involved. Every step of its approach was therefore part of a continuum that, in addition to rallying various stakeholders around a single cause, produced lasting, exciting results.

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1. Sustainable development fund

OBjECTIVE AChIEVEmENT

encourage sustainable development initiatives within the university community and demonstrate the University’s desire to support concrete action

In September 2007 the Sustainable Development Fund was created with a budget of $2 million spread over five years.

> the Fund is the largest of its kind to be established by any Québec university. It aims to financially support the sustainable

development projects of community members (students, employees, units).

Achievements:- As of May 2010, this fund had supported 106 projects, 35% of which originated from student initiatives.

SUSTAInAbLe DeVeLopMenT: STep by STep

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2. Sustainable development issue table


Motivate the university community to take ownership of the sustainable development vision and take a concrete decision making role

In December 2007 the sustainable development issue table was established.

> the table’s mandate is to “propose a future vision, as well as suitable objectives and strategies to meet the sustainable development

challenge at Université Laval and, more specifically, within the University’s current activities (operations, administrative management,

campus development, community and student life), with the exception of educational and research content.”

> the table meets about six times a year and is composed of 19 people from all member categories (students, staff, and community partners).

Achievements:- Report on the initial situation and inventory of current sustainable development activities at Université Laval- Recommendations to University management:

• Draft sustainable development policy• Draft action plan• proposed institutional tracking indicators

3. Institutional Internet portal


publicize the University’s achievements and create a single sustainable development gateway

In September 2008 the institutional portal went online and was officially launched.

> the portal presents all sustainable development–related news and documents.

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4. Institutional Sustainable Development policy


ensure consistent action in sustainable development and strengthen the university community’s commitment to the cause

In November 2008 the University’s board of directors adopted the institutional Sustainable Development policy.

> the policy, developed by the issue table, is the product of a wide-ranging participative process with the university community.

> the policy also now defines the University’s principles, priorities, and areas of action.

5. 2009–2012 sustainable development Action plan


Consolidate and present the institution’s sustainable development commitments and promote concrete action

In june 2009 the University’s executive committee adopted the 2009–2012 Action plan, which was drafted by the sustainable development issue table.

> the Action plan presents institutional commitments, i.e. the concrete initiatives Université Laval’s management intends to introduce.

Additional initiatives proposed by community members during the target period will be added.

Achievements: - the consultation made it possible to identify 84 initiatives for the 2009–2012 period, each associated with an objective,

a performance indicator, and a unit responsible for followup (using a preestablished mechanism). - As an evolving and inclusive document, the plan is supplemented with new initiatives every year to maintain a consistent

three-year completion time window. In late fall 2009, the plan included 88 initiatives.

6. Sustainable development report


Measure progress and promote the sustainable development efforts made by the university community

the production of this report is the sixth step.

> this report takes stock of the process undertaken and the achievements to date.

> Institutional indicators have been established to be able to present a comprehensive overview of the evolution of various facets of sustainable development at Université Laval in 2009–2010.

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Institut Hydro-Québec en environnement, développement et société (Institut eDS)Created in 2005, Institut eDS is both a catalyst and a crossroads for sustainable development stakeholders. Its primary mission is to promote the coordination and organization of educational, research, and knowledge sharing activities in sustainable development. to this end, it relies on the cooperation of nearly 50 professors and 200 students from nine faculties.

Institut eDS represents> A valuable reference for sustainable development stakeholders

> A pool of research and training expertise

> Knowledge sharing through events and publications

> A portal that links societal needs with Université Laval’s expertise

Some examples... > Sixth student symposium: A multidisciplinary look at biodiversity: a social, economic, and eco-

logical subject

> Day of reflection with governments: Sustainable development action plans: Where are we one

year later?

> Round table: What to expect from the Copenhagen conference on climate change

Alongside its institutional approach, Université Laval has been working from the outset with two entities that play an essential role in applying and following up on its sustainable development priorities.

The network of local stakeholdersthe network of local stakeholders is a group of individuals representing Université Laval units.

the role of network members is to support and follow up on sustainable development–related operations in the field. the network is frequently called upon and, when needed, can act as a test bed for new approaches advanced by Université Laval.

Implementation of the Action plan

The 2009–2012 sustainable development action plan is the product of in-depth reflection. It was drafted following a wide-rea-ching consultative process with Université Laval community members. Its implementation hinges on the commitment and active participation of all. Various performance indicators for each group of initiatives will be used to measure the progress made, the objectives achieved, and the institutional commitments fulfilled.

> Initiatives are divided into 12 categories:Once a semester, we will follow up on every initiative, and the units concerned must demonstrate their progress, as well as the targets and deadlines they have achieved. 1

> Contribute to sustainable development education

> Encourage research and creativity in sustainable development

> Preserve the University’s long-term economic viability

> Promote responsible purchasing and consumption

> Reduce greenhouse gas emissions

> Reduce water consumption

> Reduce energy consumption

> Reduce the amount of residual materials

> Promote healthy lifestyle habits

> Encourage university community member involvement in social and humanitarian causes

> Improve the university living environment

> Promote intercultural representation within the student community

1See appendix for detailed results on all completed initiatives.

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Implementation of the Action planpresentation of priority initiative results

CategoryContribute to sustainable development education

2009-2010 priority InitiativeIntroduce bachelor’s students to sustainable development issues through the application of Section 100 of the Academic Regulations

Indicator/ResultIndicator: number of bachelor’s programs having applied Section 100 out of all bachelor’s programs

Results:

Measurable results based on the indicator will not be available until 2010–2011.

In addition, some programs have already incorporated sustainable development into their specific objectives. this is the case for 16 programs in the Faculty of Science and engineering that include the engineering design methodology course:

“through the project that includes sessions and seminars, students are called to consider conception and design in the era of sustainable development, as well as international development and the social and environmental responsibility of engineers.”

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Category Encourage research and creativity in sustainable development

2009-2010 priority Initiative Make sustainable development one of the strategic dimensions of the research development plan

Indicator/ResultIndicator: number and percentage of chairs and research groups tied to one of the university’s Sustainable Development policy issues

Results:

2009–2010: 59 chairs out of 137 (43%)

2008–2009: 54 chairs out of 137 (40%)

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2009-2010 59

2008-2009 54

Research chairs related ro sustainable development issues

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Category Preserve the University’s long-term economic viability

2009-2010 priority Initiative Seek a balanced budget

Indicator/ResultIndicator: Ratio of total annual expenditures to total annual revenues ≤ 1

Results:

2009-2010: 100 2006-2007: 100

2008-2009: 100 2005-2006: 101

2007-2008: 100

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balanced budget (ratio of total annual expenditures/annual revenues)

Category Promote responsible purchasing and consumption

2009-2010 priority Initiative Develop a responsible purchasing approach

Indicator/ResultIndicator: percentage of product and services purchasing volume covered by a sustainable approach (products, services, and suppliers)

Results:


However a few examples show the responsible purchasing efforts that have been made at Université Laval:

> 70% of janitorial supply spending is for products with a recognized environmental certification.

> 100% of the toilet paper used is made of recycled fibers (minimum 80% postconsumer).

> purchases from nonprofit organizations in 2009–2010 totaled $5,275,000.

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Category Reduce greenhouse gas emissions

2009-2010 priority Initiative Limit greenhouse gases emitted by the University as a teaching institution and by members of the university community

Indicator/ResultIndicator: total net emissions in tons and grams/m2/Fte

Results:

2007: 46,696 tons and 2.32g/m2/Fte

2006: 48,955 tons and 2.42g/m2/Fte

2000: 49,804 tons and 2.72g/m2/Fte

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Total net GHG emissions in tons

2007

2000

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Implementation of the Action plan (continued)

Category Reduce water consumption

2009-2010 priority Initiative Manage water consumption:

> Develop guidelines on institutional water consumption

> Make users aware of the issue

Indicator/ResultIndicator: Quantity of water consumed (m3/Fte)

Results:

2009–2010: 22.3 m3/Fte 2007–2008: 23.5 m3/Fte

2008–2009: 22.6 m3/Fte 2006–2007: 23.4 m3/Fte

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Water consumption in m3/FTe

FTE: full-time staff and student equivalent

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Category Reduce energy consumption

2009-2010 priority Initiative promote energy-saving measures and the use of energy sources that emit little harmful or polluting gas

Indicator/ResultIndicator: energy consumption per year (Gigajoules/m2)

Results:

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2000-2001/bench mark year 2006-2007/4858 Gj 2007-2008/4983 Gj

2008-2009/5062 Gj 2009-2010/4384 Gj

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Category Reduce the amount of residual materials

2009-2010 priority Initiative Reduce materials at the source and facilitate recovery:

> Assess recovery performance for each residual material

> Apply solutions to facilitate recovery

Indicator/ResultIndicator: Amount of domestic residual materials (kg/Fte)

Results:

2009 :

40.5 kg/Fte in total residual materials

24.8 kg/Fte in waste

15.7 kg/Fte in recovered materials

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917 000 – 24,8 Kg/Fte

581 000 – 15,7 Kg/Fte

1 498 000 – 40,5 kg/FTe

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paper and cardboard (479,4 tons) Compost (53 tons)

plastic, glass, metal (49 tons)


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Category Promote healthy lifestyle habits

2009-2010 priority Initiative Set up a program to promote employee health and wellbeing

Indicator/ResultIndicator: Obtain and maintain Healthy enterprise standard certification

Results:

the University will apply for certification in 2011.

Obtaining the Healthy enterprise certification is part of a comprehensive approach by the University to promote employee health and wellbeing that includes a number of initiatives on lifestyle habits, work-life balance, the work environment, and management practices.

An example:

> Since 2004 the food services committee has implemented the virage Santé program,

which aims to build awareness of the importance of healthy eating and proposes

the introduction of healthy menus and dishes at all university food concessions.

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Category Encourage university community member involvement in social and humanitarian causes

2009-2010 priority Initiative encourage the university community to volunteer for social and humanitarian causes

Indicator/ResultIndicator: percentage of the university community involved in a social or humanitarian cause

Results:


However there is some data that helps paint a summary picture of the current situation:

> In 2009–2010, over 200 volunteers worked on the University foundation’s annual

campaign, over 200 on the Centraide campaign, and nearly 250 on the MIRA campaign.

> every year the student agency préambule Communication organizes a toy drive

for underprivileged children of Québec City region. Over the last two years, over 6,000 gifts

were collected by students.

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Healthy Enterprise standard: Bureau de normalisation du Québec standard concerning the maintenance and sustainable improvement of the health of individuals in the workplace. The standard looks at various dimensions of individual health, including physical activity, diet, stress management, personal work-life balance, work environment, and management practices.

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Category Improve the university living environment

2009-2010 priority Initiative Complete renovation work on four pavilions (pepS, Alexandre-vachon, Charles-De Koninck, and Jean-Charles-Bonenfant), within established budgetary limits.

Indicator/ResultIndicator: General degree of student satisfaction with their university experience (based on nSSe and CGpSS surveys)

Results:

Undergraduate

2008: 87%

2011: next scheduled analysis (conducted every three years)

Graduate

2007: 90%

2010: 91%

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2010 91

2011* next survey nSSe in 2011

2007 90

2008 87

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Student satisfaction with their university experience

nSSe Undergraduate CGpSS Graduate

CGPSS: Canadian Graduate and Professional Student Survey administered to graduate students every three years. The 2010 study was completed and results will be released soon.

NSSE: National Survey of Student Engagement administered to undergraduate students. The next survey will be conducted in 2011.


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Category Promote intercultural representation within the student community

2009-2010 priority Initiative promote recruitment of foreign students by Université Laval

Indicator/ResultIndicator: number of foreign students enrolled at Université Laval

Results:

For the fall semesters (total enrollees):

2009: 4,071 students





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Foreign students: enrollees with a student visa or a permanent resident status.

FALL-2009

FALL-2009

FALL-2007

FALL-2007

4 071

1 253

FALL-2008

FALL-2008

FALL-2006

FALL-2006

FALL-2005

FALL-2005

4 044

1 095

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number of foreign students – new enrollees (student visa or a permanent resident status)

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3 891

1 165

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At the end of the fall 2009 semester, Université Laval already had a total of 88 projects underway, a number of which have already produced excellent results.2

A FeW HIGHLIGHTS

> 2009–2010 sustainable development achievements:

> 97 sustainable humanitarian development interns

> 1,000+ attendees at Institut eDS conferences and events

> 32 people attended the first summer school for environmental and sustainable development teaching

> 1,166 people took the energy challenge, including 629 employees and 537 students

> 2,299 instances of public action on societal issues by professors

> All multifunctional self-service devices (photocopiers) use 100% recycled paper

> 95% of envelopes used by the University contain over 50% recycled fibers

> 360,000 sheets of paper saved every year since transcripts are no longer printed while students are enrolled

> 360 kg of batteries recovered by the Zone student cooperative

> 13% of the Montmorency Forest designated as a biological reserve

> 10,000 bikes borrowed as part of the self-service bike program

2 See the appendix for detailed results on all 88 initiatives.

Université Laval’s mission in this area is to teach students about the values and issues conveyed by sustainable development. It provides them with this extra training so they can become responsible citizens and agents of change in their community, a key component of sustainable development.

Sustainable Development educational program

In spring 2010 Université Laval therefore amended section 100 of its Academic Regulations so that all bachelor’s programs educate undergraduate students about sustainable development.

To achieve this objective, the University now offers a diverse and accessible program. In addition, to help students incorporate this new component into their studies, it has divided its program into different levels so students can get involved based on their individual needs.

LEVEL 4 Bachelor’s degrees with a specialization in sustainable development

LEVEL 6 Continuing education and summer sustainable development programs

LEVEL 5 Specialized graduate programs

LEVEL 3 Sustainable development profile

LEVEL 2 Introduction to sustainable development course

LEVEL 1 Introduction to sustainable development issues in bachelor’s programs

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Level 1

Introduction to sustainable development issues in bachelor’s programs For all students enrolled in a bachelor’s program

Sustainable development education may be introduced through the addition of seminars and lectures or else through educational activities within existing courses.

this addition fits well with the objectives of some bachelor programs that must teach students about:

> Intercultural and international issues in view of a broad use of knowledge

> ethical dimensions so they can assess the social consequences of actions

> Issues related to sustainable development so they can act responsibly

in their community

Level 2

Introduction to sustainable development courseFor all undergraduate students interested in this subject

Fondements du développement durable (DDU-1000) is an interdisciplinary course designed for all undergraduate students.

the course, which can be taken online, introduces the concept of sustainable develop-ment, its various dimensions, as well as implementation tools.

It teaches students the fundamentals of sustainable development as well as its ambigui-ties and operational difficulties.

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Level 3

Sustainable development profileFor students who choose this option

the sustainable development profile gives students skills and knowledge specific to sustainable development in connection with their field of study.

the sustainable development profile includes:

> An interdisciplinary introductory course

(Fondements du développement durable – DDU-1000) (three credits)

> A specialized course related to the area of study (three credits)

> One of the following options or a combination of two options for a total of six credits:

- An internship completed in Québec, elsewhere in Canada, or abroad (with possible funding by the International Office)

- A research project supervised by a specialized instructor, completed individually or in a team

- two additional three-credit elective courses on sustainable development (based on the student’s interests and with the approval of the program administration)

the originality of this profile lies in

1) the emphasis placed on defining the concept with a view to incorporating

the three pillars of sustainable development (society, economy, and environment),

focusing first on how they pertain to human development

2) Its combination of educational and practical dimensions in connection with

the student’s educational path

3) Its ability to adapt to the needs and specific characteristics of each program

of study, while upholding professional practice requirements

4) the personalized support from instructors to help students demonstrate

their critical thinking about how their profession can contribute

to sustainable development

Université Laval is the only canadian university that allows students to incorporate this component without extending the length of their studies.

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Level 4

bachelor’s degrees with a specialization in sustainable development For students who enroll in one of these programs

Students may specialize in a specific area of sustainable development via bachelor’s programs that feature a specific concentration in a sub-discipline related to sustainable development.

they may also enroll in a bachelor’s program related to sustainable development.

examples of bachelor’s programs with the option of specializing in sustainable development:

> Bachelor’s in water engineering (Faculty of Science and engineering)

> Bachelor’s in chemistry - environment (Faculty of Science and engineering)

> Bachelor’s in microbiology (environment concentration)

(Faculty of Science and engineering)

> Bachelor’s in forest development and environment (Faculty of Forestry, Geography

and Geomatics)

> Bachelor’s in agri-environmental engineering (Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences)

> Integrated bachelor’s in natural and built environments

(Faculty of Forestry, Geography and Geomatics)

> Bachelor’s in international studies and modern languages (environment concentration)

(Faculty of Arts)

Level 5

Specialized graduate programs For students who wish to pursue graduate studies in fields related to sustainable development

various graduate programs are offered to students who want to specialize in sustainable development.

examples of specialized graduate programs in sustainable development are as follows:

> Master’s in land use planning and regional development

(Faculty of planning, Architecture and visual Arts)

> MBA in corporate social and environmental responsibility

(Faculty of Business Administration)

> Master’s in environmental law, sustainable development,

and food security (Faculty of Law)

> Doctorate in economics (concentration: economy of natural resources

and the environment) (Faculty of Social Sciences)

> Doctorate in earth sciences (Faculty of Science and engineering)

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Level 6

Continuing education and summer sustainable development programsFor students, professionals, and managers who want to improve their sustainable development practices

Continuing educationthe University offers continuing educational activities designed for professionals and managers. they focus on sustainable development practices and target issues. Courses can be customized to meet the specific needs of any organization.

example:

> Leadership, conscience, and sustainable development seminar

Summer programsSummer programs are intensive seminars focused on the practical aspects of sustainable development issues.

examples:

> Summer program on environmental and sustainable development education

> French-speaking summer program on international negotiation techniques

in sustainable development and the environment

> Summer program on public participation and sustainable development

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Research and Creativity in Sustainable Development

Université Laval’s management immediately made sustainable development one of the major themes of its 2010–2014 research development plan.

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> Governance, public policies, and regulations addressing sustainable development

> Intervention modes in city planning, habitat transformation, real estate, socioeconomic

dynamics, and changes in mobility

> the repercussions of climate change at the global level and on northern ecosystems

and geosystems, and climate change adaptation strategies

> technological developments applicable to environmental industries and climate change

> Water and natural resource management and energy source diversification

> the rational use of chemical products and new agricultural practices

> Marine organism biodiversity and northern forest and lake dynamics

> Sustainable forestry

The involvement of the entire communitynearly 100 groups, centers, and research chairs are already interested in a sustainable development issue in one way or another.

In 2009–2010, for example, a total of 59 research chairs out of 137 – or 43% – were working in the area.

Within the “environment and sustainable development” theme, the following sectors have been deemed priority:

Canada Research Chair in Built Religious Heritage (dir. : tania Martin)

Canada Research Chair in Sustainable energy processes and Materials (dir. : Faical Larachi)

C.D. Howe Chair in environmental Law and Arctic Development (dir. : paule Halley)

Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Development Standards (dir. : Olivier Boiral)

Canada excellence Research Chair in Remote Sensing of Canada’s new Arctic Frontier (dir. : Marcel Babin)

Canada Research excellence Chair in enabling photonic Innovations for Information and Communication (dir. : Younès Messaddeq)

Université Laval student researchers have also made contributions and opened the door to significant reflection on sustain-able development.

In 2009, Université Laval professors carried out some 2,500 initiatives in society.

2009 top commentators list, surveyed by the University’s communications department

Chair of Agricultural policy and Group Marketing Analysis (dir. : Daniel Mercier-Gouin)

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University Community Initiatives

Université Laval has always counted on the commitment and participation of its members to make its campus a living environment where sustainable development is a priority.

many people have taken on the mission and values of sustainable development. Because of their motivation and work, University living, work, and study conditions in the area have already improved greatly.

> Here is an overview of several university community member initiatives in 2009–2010.

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Service des résidences held its fifth annual Le Grand don event in fall 2010. the purpose of this giant flea market is to offer up items left behind by students who have vacated the residences to new resident students, free of charge.

Alerion Supermileage, a student team from the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Faculty of Science and Engineering), was named north American gas savings champion for a second consecutive year. Université Laval is becoming a university benchmark in fuel efficiency.

In January 2010 the Faculty of Forestry, Geography and Geomatics estab-lished Jardin de Colette, a place of relaxation developed after one of the faculty’s employees donated a large number of plants.

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Created in August 2009, Coop Roue-libre is a cooperative association that helps its community enjoy the benefits of bicycling by providing a customized workshop, specialized tools, and bike maintenance and repair expertise. this social economy enterprise helps increase the number of cyclists in Québec City.

the Agriculture, Food Sciences, and Consumer Science show and Salon de la forêt took place January 15–17, 2010. these two student initiatives are a great showcase for the innovations being made in these two industries, which are closely tied to sustainable development. together the two events attracted over 15,000 people.

A team from the Faculty of Science Education traveled to Africa to help teachers learn how to use laptops in a primary school in Gabon. these computers, which were provided by the One Laptop per Child (OLpC) foundation, helped enrich the young students’ educational experience.

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In summer 2009, 67 students in medicine, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy (Faculty of Medecine) completed humanitarian internships in sustainable development in 12 countries in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

the School of Visual Arts (Faculty of Arts) took part once again in Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Québec’s Vincent et moi program. For seven years, students have paired up with mentally ill artists to co-create works of art. In 2009–2010 they worked together to create a mobile, which they displayed at the La Fabrique building.

On April 9, 2010, Chimistes pour l’environnement, the Department of Chem-istry’s sustainable development committee (Faculty of Science and Engineer-ing), organized a conference with Jérôme Dupras from Cowboys Fringants, a group well known for its social and environmental involvement. the event drew over 100 people.

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25 years of distance learning25th anniversary of distance learning at Université Laval. this type of course generated 9.4% of student enrollments in 2009–2010 and fits into a perspective of school-life balance.

58th annual Revue qu’on sert showthe Revue qu’on sert show, organized by health sciences students, provided funding for humanitarian internships in sustainable development in the health sciences.

Healthy habits workshopsService des activités sportives offered many workshops to promote healthy habits: lunch ideas, incorporating fish into meals, quick smoothie-type meal recipes, and more.

World Scout environment scholarshipA $2,000 scholarship was awarded to a young scout who had earned the World Scout environment Badge. the award fosters the development of individuals who care about our world.

Café exocytoseOpening of this student café offering quality food services that meet sustainable development criteria.

University Centraide campaignOver 200 volunteers helped Centraide collect $400,073 from the university community, an increase of 4.5% compared to 2008–2009.

Léon-provencher entomological collectionthe University became the sole curator of this collection comprising nearly 45,000 insect specimens. this initiative aims to preserve Québec’s scientific heritage.

CADeUL’s student involvement contest the student group engineers without Borders was awarded a $1,500 grant for all its activities with secondary school students to build awareness about water access issues in developing countries.

Un transport pour mieux vivre contestJoint initiative with Fondation Monique-Fitz-Back to promote alternative transportation among primary and secondary students. Over 2,500 students from 24 schools took part in the first annual contest.

Heritage conservation: Masques africains exhibitthe University library presented Masques africains, une tradition vivant, featuring African masks. exhibits like these are a way of showcasing the University’s collection of scientific and cultural heritage that includes over 700,000 objects.

Run to raise awareness about global water shortagesIn April 2010, MC2 expérience stratégique, a Université Laval–affiliated entity, organized the Dow Live earth Run for Water to raise community awareness about water shortage problems around the world.

41st annual 5–10 km challenge the 5–10 km challenge, organized by physical education students and the psychological health committee, was an opportunity for 1,114 people to walk or run a 5 or 10 km course on campus.

Used computer materials fairthe Zone student cooperative organized a fair for used computer materials that greatly reduced the amount of material sent to landfills.

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eco-responsible events guide the University launched its eco-responsible events guide to provide information on how to organize such events. If an event meets the minimum requirements, it can now use the institutional “eco-responsible event” signature.

Université Laval in Mexicothe University opened a permanent office in Mexico in view of strengthening its global outlook and internationalization strategy.

publication of the objectif Terre magazinepublished by Observatoire de l’écopolitique internationale, Objectif Terre is the only French-language magazine to cover multilateral environmental negotiations. A study conducted by environment energy Consultants confirmed its importance for the dissemination of articles on sustainable development.

Cell phone recoveryDesjardins Caisse populaire de l’Université Laval offers a cell phone recovery service on campus.

environment week the student group Univert Laval organized and coordinated environment Week. One highlight was a lecture with Steven Guilbeault, deputy executive director of équiterre, which attracted over 125 people.

Alternative and public transportation weekDuring its alternative and public transportation week, Université Laval encouraged its members to get around without driving solo. 711 people, including 511 students, joined in.

ACDI’s international development week at Université Lavalthis themed week by partenariat pour les objectifs du millénaire, a group of student and university associations, featured a variety of activities: a dinner debate on the realities experienced by aid workers in the field, a lecture on internships abroad, and presentations on issues related to international stays.

Student internship in sustainable development in panamaten students went to panama for an internship. their primary mission was to understand the causes (all nine of them!) of the Curundú River floods and develop a plan to manage rainwater more effectively, particularly in poor neighborhoods.

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AWARD pRojeCT

> First place from Alliance pour la santé étudiante au Québec

> National social economy enterprise prize awarded by the Québec

Entrepreneurship Contest

> “Les audacieux” prize at the Gala de la relève en Or

Student-founded Coop Roue-libre is a cooperative association that helps its community enjoy the benefits of bicycling by providing a customized workshop, specialized tools, and bike maintenance and repair expertise. this social economy enterprise helps increase the number of cyclists in Québec City.

Laure Waridel scholarship vincent Galarneau, a master’s student at the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences, was awarded the Laure Waridel scholarship for his eco-friendly farm practices guide (Guide des pratiques éco-solidaires à la ferme).

His study aimed to uncover the direct and indirect benefits of agricultural approaches geared toward human and environmental harmony, as can currently be observed on organic and biodynamic farms in Québec.

“Sustainable Campus” CertificationWhat is the “Sustainable Campus” certification?

It attests to the concrete, thorough, and serious commitment to a process that aims to make sustainable development a priority.

Université Laval is the first major Canadian university to earn the “Sustainable Campus” certification, awarded by the Sierra Youth Coalition (SYC), a national student organization that promotes sustainable development on campus.

this certification is the next logical step in the progression of initiatives undertaken by the University over the past 50+ years. It represents a form of societal recognition as well as a source of pride and motivation for university students and staff.

Éric Bauce, Executive and Development Vice-Rector, Université Laval

In 2009–2010 Université Laval and its members received many sustainable development awards and distinctions.

> Awards, Recognition, and Distinctions

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InfoWorld Green 2010 contest honor the University’s supercomputer was one of 15 projects honored in the InfoWorld Green 2010 contest for its originality and energy efficient design. the approach used yields an energy gain of around 50% compared to a conventional computer room.

American Society of heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers honorable mention

pavillon de l’envirotron received an honorable mention from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning engineers (ASHRAe) for its energy efficient design and operations.

ecoENERGY recognition In July 2009 pavillon Ferdinand-vandry received ecoeneRGY recognition from natural Resources Canada for its energy efficient design.

Université Laval – commemorative site of the 100th anniversary of the Quebec Society for the Protection of Plants (QSPP)

the Quebec Society for the protection of plants (QSpp) recognized the contribution made by the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences to the conservation of Québec flora by selecting the University as a commemorative site for its 100th anniversary. A commemorative plaque was unveiled in the lobby of pavillon paul-Comtois in September 2009.

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First place in the athletic programs category – Globe and Mail In 2007 Services des activités sportives finished first in a satisfaction survey administered to Canadian university students by the Globe and Mail.

> Certificate of merit from the City of Québec in the public institu-

tional buildings category (2006)

> Sustainable development award from Fonds d’études et de

recherches en désign d’intérieur de l’Est (2007)

> Architectural excellence award from Ordre des architectes du

Québec in the industrial projects category (2007)

erected in 2005, pavillon Gene-H.-Kruger has been recognized for its sustainable development design in various contests.

“Brundtland Green Establishment” certification In April 2008 Service des résidences received the “Brundtland Green establishment” certification. It is the only university housing site in Québec with this status.

Conclusion

Université Laval is proud of what its community has accomplished in sustainable development over the past year. It has every intention of continuing along this road with the benefit of its new structured approach, which has already allowed it to make progress on a number of fronts. It looks forward with optimism to the second year of its 2009–2012 action plan.

Coming up in 2010–2011:

> Further sustainable development initiatives at every educational level,

notably in the implementation of its sustainable development profile

> Adoption of an institution-wide plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

> Introduction of a travel management plan

> Development of a community-wide project to promote healthy student lifestyles,

together with an application for healthy Enterprise certification from Bureau

de normalisation du Québec

> Creation of a report on volunteer involvement in the university community

Over the next few years, Université Laval will continue to support the spread and integration of sustainable development issues both within and outside the univer-sity community. In 2010 sustainable development was a key priority. It now falls to Université Laval as an educational institution to share its knowledge and know-how with the community it is part of.

Detailed Results of the 2009–2010 Sustainable development action plan as of May 31, 2010

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Initiative Category 1 – Contribute to Sustainable Development education

InITIATIVe peRFoRMAnCe InDICAToR ReSULT

teach undergraduate students about sustainable development issues by applying section 100 of the Academic Regulations (6)

number of bachelor’s degree programs that have applied section 100 to all programs

Introduced in fall 2010.

Create an introductory course in SD at the undergraduate level (7) Creation of course Course created: 49 students registered in fall 2010.

Create a certificate in SD (8) > Creation of certificate> number students registered

the certificate is under development

Implement an SD profile (9) number of programs implementing profile Implementation began in fall 2010.

produce a report on enhancing graduate-level SD education and apply its recommendations (10)

Submission of report Report submitted. Its recommendations are currently being considered.

encourage student SD projects (11) number of student projects per year 26 projects were funded by the sustainable development fund in 2009–2010.

encourage humanitarian sustainable development internships in developing countries (12)

number of students registered per year in humanitarian internship programs in the developing world

97 humanitarian sustainable development internships were completed in 2009–2010.

promote and hold a summer SD internship (13) Internship inventory 10 students took part in the summer 2010 internship.

Inventory and promote available SD internships for students (14) number of internships listed A specific section was added to the student Webfolio and on the Service de placement portal.

Create two new SD summer programs: one for college and university students and the other for instructors (19)

programs environmental and sustainable development education summer programs were held in summer 2010, with 32 participants.

promote Institut eDS conferences and activities among the people of the Québec City region (20)

number of conference and activity attendees In 2009–2010, the institute held 12 conferences and roundtables, two symposia, and two screenings. Over 1,000 persons took part.

Host the 2012 Québec SD Forum, “Implementing SD Strategies: Québec and French-Speaking space” (20.5)

Forum the Forum is being planned.

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Create an SD contest – or partner in such a contest – for second-ary and college students (21)

number of entries per year the first Un transport pour mieux vivre contest was held; 2,500 students entered.

promote and support conferences and seminars on SD themes targeting staff and students (23)

Conferences and seminars – number of attendees In 2009–2010, Institut eDS held 12 conferences and roundtables, three symposia, and two screenings. Over 1,000 people took part.

Raise awareness among staff of the importance of applying SD practices in their activities (24)

> Awareness activities per administrative unit> number of attendees

A conference was held twice in 2009–2010 for Service des immeubles staff. About 60 attended.

Integrate SD principles in training programs for new staff and in occupational health and safety sessions (25)

number of individuals receiving training 111 people received training in 2009–2010.

take part in (31)

> International Development Week (February)> earth Day (March)> Sustainable transportation Week (September)> Car Free Day (September)> Waste Reduction Week (October)

Activities – number of participants More than 711 people took part in Sustainable and Active transport Week activities in 2009.

More than 485 people took part in awareness activities during waste reduction week 2009.

earth Day at the University gave 40 secondary-5 students the chance to take part in a thematic day on sustainable development.

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Initiative Category 2 – encourage Sustainable Development Research and Creation


establish research chairs in connection with various SD-related issues (16)

number of research chairs established In 2009–2010, 59 chairs out of 137 (43%) were directly involved in institutional sustainable development policy issues.

Make SD a strategic dimension in Université Laval’s research and development plan (15)

Strategic dimension of SD incorporated in Université Laval’s sustainable development plan for research

the 2010–2014 research development plan was adopted with sustainable development as one its strategic dimensions.

promote multidisciplinary research on SD-related issues (17) Formation of research groups: multidisciplinary teams, centers, chairs, and others

the nSeRC Industrial Research Chair in Heavy Load, Climate, and pavement Interaction was created in november 2009.

Implement the SD excellence center (18) establishment of training center the project is under development.

Initiative Category 3 – preserve Université Laval’s Long-Term Viability


Seek to balance the budget (68) Balanced budget A balanced budget was achieved in 2009–2010.

Work within the established budget for capital development (69) Compliance with the established parameters for each develop-ment project

Current projects remain on budget.

establish a score card for institutional priorities (67) Score card Indicators were submitted to the board of directors in november 2009.

encourage establishment of research chairs using the program for the advancement of innovation and research (70)

number of research chairs established and achievement of financial target

At the end of the 2008–2009 academic year, the funding target had been 38 % achieved. 17 chairs had been established.

Adopt a policy and guide to relations with external partners (71) > Adoption of policy> Distribution of policy guide

the policy was adopted.

the guide is under development.

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Initiative Category 4 – Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions


Continue the energy efficiency program (76) energy savings (in %) compared with previous consumption Work on the following buildings has been completed: envirotron, F. A.-Savard, Sciences de l’éducation, pepS, and Abitibi-price.

Work on the following buildings is underway: A.-M. parent and e.-Lemieux

the following buildings are under study: A.-pouliot,

A. -vachon, J.-C.-Bonenfant, and C. De Koninck.

establish an awareness program for users and major energy consumers (77)

program launch the initiative was completed in 2010 with Défi énergie.

Raise awareness among computer and technology purchasers regarding equipment energy consumption (78)

establishment of energy consumption–related computer and technology purchasing criteria

the project is underway.

Distribute the University’s GHG report in the community (79) GHG report available on the sustainable development portal the report was released in May 2009 and posted on the SD website.

establish GHG reduction and offset targets; establish an action plan to achieve those targets (80)

Metric tons of CO2 equivalent emitted the project is underway.

Gradually replace patrol vehicles with electric or hybrid vehicles

Fight vehicle idling on campus (81)

> number of electric and hybrid vehicles purchased> vehicle idling awareness campaign on campus

two hybrid vehicles were purchased in fall 2009 and a third in 2010.

Improve campus system of bicycle paths

Install more bicycle racks and lockers

Repair tarps on bicycle shelters (82)

> number of new sections added to bike path system> number of bicycle racks> number of bicycle lockers> number of bicycle shelter tarps replaced

A section of the bike path joining Boulevard René-Lévesque to Rue de la Médicine was completed in summer 2010.

ten bicycle racks, five lockers, and five tarps were purchased at the beginning of summer 2010.

provide an on-campus bicycle loaner service (83) number of bicycle loans per year ten thousand bicycle loans took place during the 2009 season (May to november), using 50 bicycles. A third loaner site was established in May.

promote L’abonne-BUS (annual RtC bus pass) among Laval’s permanent staff (84)

number of pass holders the project is underway.

Introduce a carpooling system (84.5) Carpooling system established the project is underway.

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Category 5 – promote Responsible purchasing and Consumption


prepare a responsible purchasing approach:

> Hire an eco-advisor for goods and services purchasing> Determine the categories of acquisitions that constitute

an SD issue > establish selection criteria for tenders and management

contracts (46)

> eco-advisor hired> Acquisitions categorized> Criteria established

A sustainable development eco-advisor was hired in november 2009.

Acquisition categories and criteria were established and incor-porated into the responsible supply action plan.

Instruct university staff responsible for administrative unit purchases regarding responsible purchasing (22)

number of employees having received instruction en 2009–2010, three training sessions took place.

> procurement department: 10 people> Administrative unit management: about 60 people> Financial services: 80 people

Rally the university community behind finding solutions to SD problems (for example, by pledging to make lifestyle changes) (30)

Organizing involvement – number of participants Défi énergie was held in March 2010. total participants numbered 1,166, of which 629 were staff members and 537 students.

Use 100% recycled paper in the computer laboratory’s self-serve printers (around 100 printers) (47)

number of printers using 100% recycled paper 100% recycled paper is used in all self-serve printers in the computer labs.

Use 100% recycled paper in the multifunction photocopiers in administrative units (about 250 copiers) (48)

number of photocopiers using 100% recycled paper 100% recycled paper has, since June 1, 2010, been systemati-cally sent to units for orders, and 99% of photocopiers currently use recycled paper.

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Gradually increase the percentage of 100% recycled paper used

> For external printing> In institutional stationery (49)

> percentage of external printing using 100% recycled paper> percentage envelopes made of over 50% recycled fiber

About 50% of external production uses 100% recycled paper with 30% of the paper containing a minimum of 50% recycled paper and the rest on environmentally friendly paper (FSC, ISO, Rainforest Alliance certified, etc.), while 95% of envelopes ordered contain over 50% recycled fiber. the only exceptions are envelope sizes not available in recycled paper.

Use e-forms for study management processes (50) Reduction of the number of paper forms the project is underway.

Send admission application results and confirmations of registra-tion by email (51)

Reduction in mailings the project is underway.

Stop printing transcripts (except on receiving a diploma) (52) no more printed transcripts printing of transcripts ended in 2009: 360,000 sheets are now saved each year.

Digitize student admission files (53) Conduct feasibility study the project is underway.

prioritize the purchase of locally sourced foods (54) percentage of foods locally sourced Generally speaking, food concessions purchase from suppliers in the Québec City area, 70 to 100% of the time. the vast majority of foods purchased are prepared in Québec.

Favor the use of washable or compostable dishes and cutlery in food providers (54.5)

number of food concessions with dishwashing facilities the project is underway.

publish a guide to environmentally responsible events and supply it to event promoters (32)

publication of guide and availability of tools the guide was published in 2010 and training sessions have been introduced (the first session took place on May 18).

Sessions will take place regularly.

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Category 6 – Reduce energy Consumption


Continue applying the energy efficiency program (76) percentage reduction of energy consumption compared to first day of program application

Work on the following buildings has been completed: envirotron, F. A.-Savard, Sciences de l’éducation, pepS, and Abitibi-price.

Work on the following buildings is underway: A.-M. parent and e.-Lemieux

the following buildings are under study: A.-pouliot,

A. -vachon, J.-C.-Bonenfant, and C. De Koninck.

Create an awareness program for users and major energy consumers (77)

Launch of program this initiative was completed in 2010 with Défi énergie.

Raise awareness of energy consumption among computer equip-ment and technology purchasers (78)

establishment of energy consumption–related computer and technology purchasing criteria


Apply SD practices in construction and renovation (64) Application of criteria based on recognized sustainable construc-tion requirements that create positive effects equivalent to the LeeD Silver Standard


Category 7 – Reduce Water Consumption


Reduce water consumption: (72)

> Develop consumption guidelines > Raise awareness among users and heavy consumers

> Distribution of guidelines> Launch of awareness program

the responsible management plan was submitted in 2009 and the annual report has since been prepared.

Other elements are underway.

Consider water-saving criteria in construction and renovation (73) Application of water consumption–related construction criteria the project is underway.

Upgrade urinals and tanks that run continuously (74) percentage of sanitation equipment changed compared to previously Work is ongoing, and 30% of urinals were upgraded in 2009–2010 (i.e., 59 out of a total of 184).

establish a plan to connect air-conditioning systems to the cold water system (75)

Implementation of connection plan the project is underway.

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Category 8 – Reduce Residual Materials


Facilitate waste recovery

> Assess recovery performance by waste type> Apply methods to facilitate recovery (55)

Achievement of waste recovery targets set by politique provinciale de gestion des matières résiduelles (provincial waste manage-ment policy)

Domestic waste and recyclable and compostable materials were weighed for a typical week.

An estimated weight of 581 metric tons of materials were com-posted and recycled in 2009. total annual household waste was estimated at 917 metric tons in 2009.

Collect compostable materials on campus – complete implementa-tion of collection system

Quantify compostable materials (56)

> number of buildings from which waste is collected > Amount of compostable material collected

Compostable materials collection has been implemented at all campus teaching buildings since fall 2009.

53 metric tons of compostable materials were collected in 2009.

Make it possible to sort waste produced during special on-campus events (57)

number of events where waste is sorted Sets of mobile indoor and outdoor sorter bins are available for on-campus events. A set of permanent outdoor bins is located by the Alphonse-Desjardins Building bus shelters. Requests will be processed as part of the environmentally friendly event as-sessment process.

Manage hazardous wastes

> Build a hazardous waste management center (58)

Management center built the project is underway. the building will be equipped with a geothermic system.

Collect used batteries

> Develop the battery recovery program implemented by Zone (59)

volume of batteries collected 360 kg of batteries were collected in 2009–2010.

provide the university community with a way to dispose of used computer materials

> establish an annual fair in partnership with Zone (60)

Annual fair established the 2009 event led to the recovery of 4,739 kg of equipment (480 computers, printers, and monitors).

Recover used computers from the educational/university institu-tion (61)

number of computers recovered per year the program is in the tryout phase.

Gain third-party recognition for Service des résidences’ environ-mentally responsible accommodation operations (62)

> Green Key certification for operations > Recyc-Québec – level 2 of the Ici on recycle! program

> Green Key certification> Level 2 of the Ici on recycle! program

Green Key certification awarded three keys in June 2009.

Level 2 of the Ici on recycle! program was obtained in July 2009.

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Category 9 – promote Healthy Lifestyle Habits


Conduct a survey of student and staff lifestyles (29) Release of results the survey was released in fall 2009.

Obtain Healthy enterprise certification for the university’s initiatives (Bureau de normalisation du Québec) (33)

Certification obtained the project is underway.

promote participation in the university’s annual Défi 5-10 km walking event (34)

number of entrants Over 300 entered the 2010 event.

establish a program to promote healthy lifestyles: (35)

> For students> For staff in partnership with the Healthy enterprise standard

> Concept development> program establishment> number of program participants

the concept has been developed and will be presented to stake-holders in early fall 2010.

Continue to apply

> the food policy> the virage santé program (37)

> number of healthy meals available from food concessions> percentage of healthy alternatives available in food vending

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Determine the initiatives to take to obtain MeLS healthy eating and physical activity targets (38)

Initiatives decided on by the committee working on the healthy lifestyles framework

In 2009–2010, 12 projects received financial support from the committee.

Category 10 – promote Intercultural Representativeness Within the Student Community


promote recruitment, loyalty, and success of international students at the university (45)

number of international students enrolled Results at the end of fall 2009 indicated that targets are likely to be met.

Apply the provincial employment equity program

Apply the federal equity program (44)

> Application of program> Application of federal equity program


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Category 11 – encourage University Community Member Involvement in Social and Humanitarian Causes and Sustainable Development


Conduct annual followup on the progress of the sustainable development action plan (1)

Followup report publication this document fulfills this initiative.

Continue with the sustainable development issue table (3) Meetings of the issue table Six meetings took place in 2009–2010.

encourage social and humanitarian volunteering within the university community (40) on behalf of organizations such as

> Centraide> MIRA> Fondation de l’Université

participation report the project is underway.

Maintain sustainable campus certification (4.5) Certification level Level 2 has been reached.

Work with CADeUL and AeLIéS to join the Generations pact (4) Report with recommendation CADeUL has joined the pact. AeLIéS is in the process of joining.

Create a scholarship program for SD leadership (41) program launch the program is established. 50 scholarships were awarded in 2009–2010.

encourage and promote SD initiatives by

> Academic units> Administrative units> Members of the university community (26)

number of initiatives presented 71 initiatives were supported by Fonds de développement durable in 2009–2010, of which 26 came from students.

establish a network of SD sponsors in university units (27) establishment of network the local sustainable development sponsors network was created, and a first meeting was held in May 2010.

promote the establishment of SD committees within units (28) number of committees struck On May 31, 2010, there were eight local committees.

promote and support the work of professors in interpreting and popularizing social issues and phenomena (39)

number of media appearances and contributions by professors In 2009, there were 2,299 such appearances and contributions.

Ratify university-related international declarations pertaining to sustainable development issues (2)

number of declarations ratified the project is underway.

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Category 12 – Improve the University Living environment


ensure and improve the quality of existing green spaces and woods

> produce a woodland development plan (36)

Woodland development plan (phase 1) the project is underway.

promote the activities of the Comité d’aménagement et de mise en œuvre du campus (“Development and implementation com-mittee”) (CAMeO) (63)

Activities promoted CAMeO began redesigning its website in winter 2010.

preserve the modern heritage of campus structures (65)

> Conduct a study of the following buildings:

- A.-M.-parent- A.-vachon- C.-De Koninck- p.-Comtois- L.-J.-Casault

Studies conducted three studies (A-M.-parent, A.-vachon, and C.-De Koninck) were conducted and submitted in fall 2009; two others are underway.

Maintain the Montmorency Forest Biodiversity Reserve (66) Surface area protected 13 % of the Montmorency Forest’s surface area is now a bio-diversity reserve.

promote prevention with regard to staff occupational safety (42) Reduction in the number of annual accident Accidents had decreased by 11.3 % at the end of 2009–2010 compared with 2007–2008.

Optimize safety in laboratories and in the handling of hazardous materials

> Continue with the WHMIS training currently available to stu-dents and researchers, including affiliated research centers and auxiliary undertakings (43)

number of persons receiving training 680 received training in 2009–2010.

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