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Reducing our Impact

What are we doing in very practical terms to reduce our environmental footprint: from recycling and reusing resources to reducing energy consumption, implementing renewable energies or offset programs. Take a look!

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Tackling Irrigation Challenges in 2024

This year, UWC Dilijan made a big step forward in sustainable water use, solving a problem that’s been on our minds for years: campus irrigation. The original plan had been… Reducing our Impacts Saving Water UWC Dilijan

Waterford Kamhlaba UWCSA water harvesting

Water Harvesting at Waterford Kamhlaba

Waterford Kamhlaba looks forward to being completely self-sustainable water-wise and having zero carbon emissions. Its top dam was the first dam built at the school, as the school grew larger… Reducing our Impacts Saving Water Waterford Kamhlaba UWC of Southern Africa

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People, Stories & Awards

No change happens without someone making it happen: who are the amazing people, change makers, innovators and activists – staff, students and alumni – driving sustainability forward at our colleges? 11 Activities

Teaching Skills for the Future

At UWC, Education is seen as a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Take a look at examples of how we empower teachers… 19 Activities

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