Sarah Webb, Climate Action Coordinator

Sarah  Webb, Climate Change Coordinator , CRD

Sarah Webb is a sustainability professional, an activist, and a mom. She is currently leading up the CRD Climate Action Program which aims to support the 13 local governments in the region in developing and implementing emissions reduction and adaptation strategies. Essentially, Sarah is helping to champion “future friendly” communities. Sarah has a diverse background in both the non-profit and private sectors working on issues that relate to environmental stewardship. Her previous professional experience includes the University of Victoria Office of Campus Planning and Sustainability, the Ministry of Advanced Education, the Canadian Urban Transit Association, and the Centre for Urban Innovation. After moving to the island from Whistler in 1998, Sarah fell in love with the region and its inspiring places. She loves the outdoors, is an avid commuter cyclist, and aims to live simply in a complex world.

Themes

  • Generation G
  • Meaningful Careers and the Green Economy
  • Knowing who the decision makers are and how decisions are made
  • Collaborating for a post carbon planet

What students at Arbutus said about her