BoG Student Rep. Nathaniel Black
commitment to the environment
commitment to the environment
Nathaniel is clear about his commitment to the environment. He has committed not to vote in favour of any proposal that would expand Carleton's carbon footprint or result in higher greenhouse gas emissions. Also, Nathaniel has pledged to raise the issue of divesting from fossil fuels at every meeting of the board and all conversations with board members.
"The environment is the number one issue facing Canada and humanity. Therefore, Carleton should be at the forefront of this issue."
Nathaniel Black - Student BoG Representative
Nathaniel Black - Student BoG Representative
Carbon Neutral by 2050
Carbon Neutral by 2050
See What People Are Saying
See What People Are Saying
Carleton should divest from fossil fuel investments now.
Carleton should divest from fossil fuel investments now.
Carbon-free endowment fund
Carbon-free endowment fund
In the September meeting, Nathaniel has been clear to the board that students demand action to divest Carleton from the fossil fuel industry. The estimates run as high as $30 million worth of carbon-based investments. This total is a shocking figure that has no place in an academic institution that prides itself as a leading green institution or a place for environmental studies. The only acceptable figure is zero concerning carbon-based investments and carbon emissions, leading to the 2050 vision.
Divestment coalition canada
Divestment coalition canada
Divestment Coalition is a group of students and grassroots activists pushing universities across Canada to adopt a carbon-free investment portfolio.
Student-led climate action
Student-led climate action
Climate Action Carleton is a student group aimed at encouraging eco-advocacy by young people to encourage a greater discussion about matching climate policies to the times.
Laval University full divestment story
Laval University full divestment story
Laval University became the first university in Canada to fully divest its endowment fund away from the fossil fuels industry.
Green infrastructure development
Green infrastructure development
Nathaniel will continue to advocate for increasing Carleton's self-reliance on solar technology, as well as building durable, lasting green infrastructure over the next several years. Carleton must incorporate greener development models and construction practices and mandate the installation of solar panels on the planned new residence building. Nathaniel also acknowledges the need for new and revised recycling protocols to reduce Carleton's contributions to local and global pollution. Statistics continue to expose a failing recycling system in Canada.
Nathaniel's Plan
Nathaniel's Plan
Develop a fully electric vehicle parking lot as p9 replacement 2024.
Develop a fully electric vehicle parking lot as p9 replacement 2024.