Neil Mort, President, Acsenda School of Management: Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of people of the Tsleil-Waututh (səlil̓ w̓ətaʔɬ), Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw) and Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm) Nations, Acsenda School of Management sees tremendous value in integrating sustainability education into our business and management curriculum.
With our campus only a short distance away from lush forests, sparkling rivers, and snow-covered mountains, we are constantly reminded that climate change is a serious problem that future generations will need to deal with. For the past two terms, in conjunction with Drawdown BC [a climate solutions education and engagement NGO] we have offered a joint microcredential in environmental awareness, sustainability and climate action.
This is a five-session, grassroots level programme that is delivered online and seeks to provide meaningful opportunities for students to increase awareness regarding climate change, connect with their communities and develop initiatives that help to bring positive change. We are always looking for opportunities for students from other institutions to participate.
The volatilities and risks associated with climate degradation are frightening. However, through greater understanding emerges empathetic and educated business professionals capable of navigating these problems together.