{"id":50778,"date":"2024-09-03T08:30:38","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T07:30:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/?p=50778"},"modified":"2024-09-13T13:55:44","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T12:55:44","slug":"cna-leading-the-charge-in-sustainable-development-through-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/cna-leading-the-charge-in-sustainable-development-through-education\/50778\/","title":{"rendered":"CNA: Leading the charge in sustainable development through education"},"content":{"rendered":"

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) is committed to integrating sustainability into its academic environment and promoting cutting-edge green technologies and research.<\/h2>\n

College of the North Atlantic<\/a> is at the forefront of sustainable development in Newfoundland and Labrador, leading the charge with cutting-edge green technologies and a new School for Sustainable Development. This bold initiative spans CNA\u2019s 17 campuses, reinforcing its commitment to the green transition.<\/p>\n

To delve deeper, The Innovation Platform spoke with Dr Gary Thompson, Dean of the School of Sustainable Development, and Dr Michael Long, Dean of Applied Research and Innovation.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s driving CNA\u2019s Strategic Plan for Sustainable Development and Growth?<\/h3>\n

Dr Thompson: CNA\u2019s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan is laser-focused on equity, diversity, inclusion, innovative teaching, and sustainable growth. We\u2019re embedding sustainability into everything we do \u2013 from operations to curriculum \u2013 aligning with the UN\u2019s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This isn\u2019t just about going green; it\u2019s about equipping our students with the skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving, eco-conscious economy.<\/p>\n

Opportunities abound in Newfoundland and Labrador, from wind energy to green construction. CNA is positioning itself as a leader in these sectors, offering a curriculum that prepares students for the booming green energy workforce.<\/p>\n

As green energy technologies develop, there is a strong demand for skilled workers who possess the knowledge and expertise required in the sector. CNA is poised to develop expertise in this sector to support local employment opportunities for the residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. Sustainability will further diversify CNA\u2019s curriculum, educational programming, and operations in the coming years.<\/p>\n

Can you tell us about the new School of Sustainable Development?<\/h3>\n

Dr Thompson: The School of Sustainable Development is already in full swing, launching programmes that tackle climate change and green building. We\u2019re partnering with industry and government to address Atlantic Canada\u2019s green labour needs. Here\u2019s how we\u2019re making an impact:<\/p>\n