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Sustainability programs and research at U of T Engineering are at the forefront of alternative technologies that can mitigate the impact of climate change.

Professor Erin Bobicki (MSE, ChemE) wants to decrease the energy required for crushing rocks by 70%. (Photo courtesy of Erin Bobicki)

The search for a cleaner solution to crushing rocks

May 13, 2019

Professor Erin Bobicki named a finalist in national challenge to develop an energy-efficient solution for crushing and grinding rocks in the mining industry

U of T Engineering’s Phil De Luna (MSE PhD 1T9) is the lead author of an article in Science that analyzes how green electricity and carbon capture could displace fossil fuels in the production of everything from fertilizer to textiles (Photo: Tyler Irving)

How to take the ‘petro’ out of the petrochemicals industry

April 25, 2019

New paper in Science by U of T Engineering research team charts a road map for displacing fossil fuels in the production of plastics, clothing and more

The demand for goods transportation continues to rise, leading to increased traffic congestion across the GTHA. The newly launched Smart Freight Centre looks to find solutions. (Photo: Flickr)

Smart Freight Centre aims to deliver the goods — faster and greener

April 18, 2019

Newly launched hub brings together leading experts from universities, industry and government to research faster ways to ship across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area

Professor Murray Metcalfe (MIE, second from left) was among the EESC-A team members at a recent conference on strategies for low-carbon growth and sustainable energy use in Dar es Salaam. The event was held at the Bank of Tanzania Conference Centre and was co-hosted by the International Growth Centre (IGC), Ardhi University, and U of T Engineering’s EESC-A project. (Photo: Victor Faustine)

A global approach to sustainable cities engineering

March 27, 2019

Engineering Education for Sustainable Cities in Africa (EESC-A) project is training a new generation of engineers to enhance sustainability in some of the world’s fastest-growing urban areas

Sandra Odendahl, CEO of CMC Research Institutes, at the company’s Field Research Station in Brooks, Alta. (Photo courtesy CMC Research Institutes)

How to lead change in sustainability

March 4, 2019

Sandra Odendahl has worked in environmental consulting and finance, and is now advancing technologies for greenhouse gas mitigation as the CEO of CMC Research Institutes

Professor Jane Howe uses her expertise in electron microscopy to study materials that could advance renewable energy, such as those used to make lithium-ion batteries. (Photo: Tyler Irving)

Advanced materials for sustainability: Meet Professor Jane Howe

January 14, 2019

Before joining U of T Engineering as an Associate Professor this month, Howe spent nearly 20 years in industry, working on advanced materials and imaging methods

Professor Heather MacLean (CivMin) has been awarded the 2019 Julian C. Smith Medal by the Engineering Institute of Canada. She is one of seven members of the U of T Engineering community recognized by the EIC. (Credit: Tyler Irving)

Engineering professors, alumni honoured by Engineering Institute of Canada

December 14, 2018

Awards recognize accomplishments as engineering innovators, researchers, educators and leaders

Low-cost catalyst from U of T Engineering boosts hydrogen production from water

December 12, 2018

Made of copper, nickel and chromium, the device performs well at neutral pH, a key step in several potential green energy strategies

Air pollution in Point Lisas, a major industrial area in Trinidad and Tobago. A new U of T Engineering study led by alumna Kerolyn Shairsingh (ChemE 0T8, PhD 1T8) measured local traffic-related emissions on Trinidad and Tobago. (Photo courtesy of Kerolyn Shairsingh)

First study of traffic-related pollution in Trinidad and Tobago reveals high levels of black carbon

November 27, 2018

U of T Engineering researcher Kerolyn Shairsingh decided to apply her expertise in air quality after suffering asthma attacks when she returned to her hometown in Trinidad

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