A core program of Second Nature that connects 23 of the world’s leading research universities and university systems committed to accelerating climate action on campus, in communities, and at a global scale.
In launching UC3, distinguished universities from the United States, Canada, and Mexico committed to mobilizing their resources and expertise to accelerate local and regional climate action in partnership with businesses, cities and states, foundations, and other organizations. For North American research universities committed to climate action and cross-sector collaboration. UC3 is a collaborative coalition that leverages relationships and expertise to accelerate local climate solutions and build community resilience.
Working across several spheres of influence, UC3 convenes peer groups and networks to support the implementation of the strategies included in the 2020-2025 UC3 Strategic Plan. The goal of these groups and networks is to help UC3 members improve, scale, and accelerate collective and collaborative climate action. The peer-to-peer connections established through these unique groups and networks are a chance for university heads, faculty, staff, and students to:
Share knowledge of best practices related to emissions mitigation, climate adaptation and resilience
Showcase bold climate action activities that inspires ambition among peer institutions
Collaborate on innovative solutions to grand climate challenges and demonstrate the power of working in partnership as members of a coalition
Influence national and international policy agendas by leveraging the collective voice of leading global research universities