Campaign Priority

Create a sustainable future

Climate change, social inequality and ecological destruction threaten our food chains, our democracies and our health. That’s why the brightest minds at U of T are working with diverse communities to create a more sustainable future—and you can help.

As a global leader in sustainability research and education, U of T is playing a vital role in generating healthier ecosystems, renewable industries and flourishing communities. You can help accelerate our efforts by nurturing tomorrow’s sustainability leaders, funding bold research and innovation, and supporting our tri-campus efforts to build a more sustainable world for future generations.

Join U of T’s efforts to help create a sustainable future

An artist’s illustration shows a 14-storey building with 1 glass face and 1 wooden face, standing next to Varsity Stadium.
Create a model for sustainable buildings

An instantly iconic new hub for students, faculty, and thought leaders, the Academic Wood Tower will set a precedent for sustainability in a prime location.

A person wearing protective gloves adjusts a fastening on a solar panel.
Create high-impact clean energy solutions

The Climate Positive Energy Initiative unites world-leading scholars with industry, community and government to develop tools that can prevent the most catastrophic impacts of climate change.

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Support healthy and sustainable cities

The School of Cities is creating solutions for more efficient and equitable cities in an increasingly urbanized world.

An artist’s illustration shows a 3-storey building with vegetable gardens and solar panels on its flat rooftop.
Support a new sustainable building at Trinity College

The Lawson Centre for Sustainability transforms a new student building into a model for a healthier way of living.

Help us create a sustainable future:

Choose a featured initiative to support with a donation today, create a legacy through a planned gift or contact us to discuss possibilities.