March 16, 2021
Two researchers at York University’s Schulich School of Business say the digital currency bitcoin is still a good replacement for gold in an investment portfolio. The Schulich research findings were supported earlier this year by global investment firm JP Morgan, which said it views bitcoin as a rival to gold that is rapidly emerging as a safe-haven asset.
March 4, 2021
‘Brainstorm,’ a special edition of YFile that publishes once a month, showcases research and innovation at York University. It offers compelling stories about the world-leading work of York University’s academics and researchers across all disciplines and Faculties. ‘Brainstorm’ encompasses both pure and applied research.
March 4, 2021
An Anishinaabek researcher consults with Elders and women from the Great Lakes territory, sums up the work of “a wave of Indigenous scholars” and weaves together decolonializing with Indigenous methodologies. With this, she offers some brilliant revelations that will inform future governance around the sustainability of water.
March 3, 2021
The study in the journal “Energy Economics” found that all types of intervention, including green certification, led to decreased electricity consumption. The researchers conclude that utility consumption and its associated costs are only minimized when multiple environmental interventions are implemented.
March 3, 2021
The network is a collaboration spanning 30 countries and will address teachers at all levels as key players to foster sustainable development and peace through education. It aims to strengthen the role of quality education through research, policy development and implementation of Education for Sustainable Development.
February 28, 2021
Henry M. Kim, associate professor at York University’s Schulich School of Business, was quoted in Mississauga.com Feb. 25. Read full story. Shorter, more frequent lockdowns could lead to fewer COVID-19 cases, study finds Iain Moyles, assistant professor at York University, was quoted in CTV News Feb. 25. Read full story. Local Hamilton sustainability advocate receives […]
February 28, 2021
York University Contract Faculty and Research Associate Mark Terry’s award-winning “Geo-Doc” film project, the Youth Climate Report has partnered with the world’s largest environmental education organization, the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), and its Young Reporters for the Environment program.
February 25, 2021
Thanks to high-level support from the Office of the Dean in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, instructors in the Faculty can offer students meaningful and fulfilling experiential education opportunities.
February 24, 2021
The Lassonde School of Engineering BEST Lab at York University is running a virtual Startup Experience event from March 5 to 7. Students work in teams to come up with solutions to challenges centred around the UN Sustainable Development Goals and then develop a business case and pitch their idea to a panel of judges. The winning teams will win cash prizes along with a BEST Lab membership.
February 10, 2021
A panel of experts will consider the role of education and the implications of COVID-19 on our understanding of climate change during the Annual Dr. David V.J. Bell Lecture on Feb. 23.
