Spotlight

The good news is we have most of the technological solutions for transitioning to low-carbon sources of energy. The biggest challenges to adopting them more widely and rapidly are social and political — from funding and investment, to international cooperation, to inspiring mass support for ambitious policies.

Articles

The Olympic rings with the Eiffel Tower in the background

Here are 21 UBC athletes to root for during the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Boy climbing tree

Risky outdoor play is essential to your child’s health and overall development.

Man in shorts jogging along path in forest

Here’s why it’s important to adapt your exercise routine to the weather conditions.

A crowd of people wave Canadian flags

A UBC Okanagan professor shares early findings from her new study.

Audience facing stage amid confetti and lights at concert

Prolonged exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels can cause hearing damage.

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Approaching work with a joyful mindset can change everything. Here’s how.

An illustrated diagram of the solar system

A new proposal aims to start a conversation about what we call a planet.

UBC Olympians share strategies for performing under pressure, dealing with setbacks, and more.

Conceptual illustration of a tram running alongside a lake

A feasibility plan introduces a 342-kilometre route linking Kamloops and Osoyoos.

Where did all the butterflies go, and what can we do to bring them back?