Sustainability news
Discover how UC's research, teaching and everyday practices are creating a more sustainable future for our communities and our world. Read the latest sustainability news.
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NZ clean-energy transition may be cheaper than we think
13 October 2026
New UC research suggests falling clean technology costs could help New Zealand decarbonise industry faster, if energy plans keep pace with market reality.
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NZ clean-energy transition may be cheaper than we think
New UC research suggests falling clean technology costs could help New Zealand decarbonise industry faster, if energy plans keep pace with market reality.
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NZ clean-energy transition may be cheaper than we think
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NZ clean-energy transition may be cheaper than we think
New UC research suggests falling clean technology costs could help New Zealand decarbonise industry faster, if energy plans keep pace with market reality.
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Online portal provides gateway to expertise and facilities
09 October 2026
UC has launched a new online portal for organisations, communities and partners to access the University’s research expertise, facilities and innovation capabilities.
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Online portal provides gateway to expertise and facilities
UC has launched a new online portal for organisations, communities and partners to access the University’s research expertise, facilities and innovation capabilities.
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Online portal provides gateway to expertise and facilities
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Online portal provides gateway to expertise and facilities
UC has launched a new online portal for organisations, communities and partners to access the University’s research expertise, facilities and innovation capabilities.
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UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
22 April 2026
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
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UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
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UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
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UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
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UC recognised for employability leadership
22 April 2026
UC has won two national awards for work-integrated learning at a global symposium, recognising leadership in employability and partnerships.
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UC recognised for employability leadership
UC has won two national awards for work-integrated learning at a global symposium, recognising leadership in employability and partnerships.
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UC recognised for employability leadership
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UC recognised for employability leadership
UC has won two national awards for work-integrated learning at a global symposium, recognising leadership in employability and partnerships.
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Surprise honour for Kiwi black hole physicist
21 August 2025
Canterbury Distinguished Professor Roy Kerr is one of four winners of an international medal that recognises revolutionary work in the field of gravity.
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Surprise honour for Kiwi black hole physicist
Canterbury Distinguished Professor Roy Kerr is one of four winners of an international medal that recognises revolutionary work in the field of gravity.
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Surprise honour for Kiwi black hole physicist
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Surprise honour for Kiwi black hole physicist
Canterbury Distinguished Professor Roy Kerr is one of four winners of an international medal that recognises revolutionary work in the field of gravity.
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UC professor wins medal for sustainable tech
29 October 2025
A UC professor has won the Royal Society Te Apārangi’s Pickering Medal for pioneering innovations that turn waste into resources and power a sustainable future.
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UC professor wins medal for sustainable tech
A UC professor has won the Royal Society Te Apārangi’s Pickering Medal for pioneering innovations that turn waste into resources and power a sustainable future.
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UC professor wins medal for sustainable tech
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UC professor wins medal for sustainable tech
A UC professor has won the Royal Society Te Apārangi’s Pickering Medal for pioneering innovations that turn waste into resources and power a sustainable future.
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Medallist advancing drone technology for clean energy innovation
11 November 2024
UC Research Medal winner Professor Dan Zhao advances clean energy and drone technology with his innovative research in aerodynamics and carbon-free solutions.
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Medallist advancing drone technology for clean energy innovation
UC Research Medal winner Professor Dan Zhao advances clean energy and drone technology with his innovative research in aerodynamics and carbon-free solutions.
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Medallist advancing drone technology for clean energy innovation
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Medallist advancing drone technology for clean energy innovation
UC Research Medal winner Professor Dan Zhao advances clean energy and drone technology with his innovative research in aerodynamics and carbon-free solutions.
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UC internship leads to international basketball role
15 September 2026
Hands-on experience with Basketball New Zealand gave a UC student a first-hand look at high-performance sport on the international stage.
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UC internship leads to international basketball role
Hands-on experience with Basketball New Zealand gave a UC student a first-hand look at high-performance sport on the international stage.
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UC internship leads to international basketball role
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UC internship leads to international basketball role
Hands-on experience with Basketball New Zealand gave a UC student a first-hand look at high-performance sport on the international stage.
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Port Hills research reveals ‘fire trap’
07 September 2026
Research on the Port Hills could help reshape native restoration, showing how planting and weed management can reduce repeated wildfire damage.
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Port Hills research reveals ‘fire trap’
Research on the Port Hills could help reshape native restoration, showing how planting and weed management can reduce repeated wildfire damage.
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Port Hills research reveals ‘fire trap’
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Port Hills research reveals ‘fire trap’
Research on the Port Hills could help reshape native restoration, showing how planting and weed management can reduce repeated wildfire damage.
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Pressure test for new graduate working through real-life disaster
02 September 2026
A UC graduate hit the ground running when she found herself working in emergency communications within weeks of starting her first job.
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Pressure test for new graduate working through real-life disaster
A UC graduate hit the ground running when she found herself working in emergency communications within weeks of starting her first job.
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Pressure test for new graduate working through real-life disaster
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Pressure test for new graduate working through real-life disaster
A UC graduate hit the ground running when she found herself working in emergency communications within weeks of starting her first job.
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Malaysian business leader has received UC honour
25 August 2026
A prominent Malaysian business and finance leader whose UC journey began with a Colombo Plan scholarship received an honorary doctorate at the University's spring graduation celebrations.
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Malaysian business leader has received UC honour
A prominent Malaysian business and finance leader whose UC journey began with a Colombo Plan scholarship received an honorary doctorate at the University's spring graduation celebrations.
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Malaysian business leader has received UC honour
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Malaysian business leader has received UC honour
A prominent Malaysian business and finance leader whose UC journey began with a Colombo Plan scholarship received an honorary doctorate at the University's spring graduation celebrations.
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NZ experts aid global report on hydrogen storage tech
10 April 2025
University of Canterbury experts have contributed to a significant new international report on the state of underground hydrogen storage technology.
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NZ experts aid global report on hydrogen storage tech
University of Canterbury experts have contributed to a significant new international report on the state of underground hydrogen storage technology.
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NZ experts aid global report on hydrogen storage tech
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NZ experts aid global report on hydrogen storage tech
University of Canterbury experts have contributed to a significant new international report on the state of underground hydrogen storage technology.