• Application of GNSS Interferometric Reflectometry for Lake Ice Studies 

  Ghiasi, Seyed Yusof (University of Waterloo, 2020-10-20)

  This thesis examines the use of Global Navigation Satellite System Interferometric Reflectometry (GNSS-IR) for the study of lake ice with a particular focus on the estimation of ice thickness. Experiments were conducted ...

• A Comparison of Post-Disaster Experiences in Two Canadian Riverine Communities: Evaluating Managed Retreat as a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy 

  Cottar, Shaieree (University of Waterloo, 2020-10-09)

  Natural hazards pose a significant risk to local economies, critical infrastructure and public health and safety. Climate change compounds this risk by introducing a new existential threat to Canadian riverine communities, ...

• The Impact of LFH Mineral Mix on the Function of Reclaimed Landscapes in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region, Alberta, Canada 

  Irving, Hilary (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-29)

  The Athabasca Oil Sands Region (AOSR), located within the Western Boreal Plains (WBP) is characterized by a mosaic of boreal uplands and peatlands that dominate the terrain. These landscapes are underlain by oil-bearing ...

• Contribution of Point Source Inputs of Phosphorus from a Bunker Silo in a Small Agricultural Watershed in Southern Ontario, Canada 

  Price, Dylan (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-28)

  Nutrient losses from agricultural operations contributes to the issue of eutrophication of freshwater systems. Although many studies have been conducted on diffuse nutrient losses from fertilizer application, there is a ...

• Linking ecosystem services and wellbeing to improve coastal conservation initiatives under conditions of rapid social-ecological change 

  Dias, Ana Carolina Esteves (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-28)

  Over the last 50 years, researchers have observed a decline in marine biodiversity by approximately 50%. The consequences are alarming for global food production, especially fisheries, and critical economic sectors, such ...

• Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior: Examining the Factors that Influence the Consumption of Dairy Milk Among Canadian University Students 

  Rego, Coreena (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-25)

  Despite a significant population increase and lobbying pressure from the dairy industry, the commercial sales of dairy milk in Canada have been declining for the past decade. It is known that younger consumers, those between ...

• Effects of Tillage and Fertilizer Placement on Subsurface Phosphorus Loss Following Fall Manure Application over the Non-Growing Season 

  Marshall, Meredith (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-25)

  Increased phosphorus (P) loadings from agricultural runoff into the Great Lakes can lead to eutrophication, resulting in harmful algal blooms and hypoxic conditions. Many studies have demonstrated that subsurface tile ...

• Redefining Strategic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) World 

  ElAlfy, Amr (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-23)

  In a paradigm characterized by unprecedented levels of transparency and business risks, CSR reporting standards have gained substantial power in their ability to drive organizations towards more sustainable business ...

• Building healthy cities in the global south: A case study of the City of Lahore, Pakistan 

  SAFWAN, MAHA (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-22)

  Building healthy urban communities is one of the most important challenges countries around the world are facing. The industrial revolution and current technological advancements have resulted in the rapid urbanization of ...

• Sustainability Reporting and Disclosure in Auto Component Manufacturing Sector in the World and in Canada 

  Rahim, Muhammed Ahsanur (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-18)

  The worldwide framework for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focuses on how to integrate sustainability in both the public and commercial sphere. Sustainability in the auto components manufacturing sector is critically ...

• Deep Decarbonization in Cities: Pathways, Strategies, Governance Mechanisms and Actors for Transformative Climate Action 

  Linton, Samantha Hall (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-18)

  As the urgency for climate action heightens, local governments and stakeholders are developing short-term strategies and long-term pathways towards deep decarbonization at the local level. Urban areas are the largest ...

• Understanding Perceptions of Climate Change and Resilience in the City of Courtenay, British Columbia 

  Murugesan, Vignesh (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-17)

  Faced with extreme weather events like flooding and challenges like sea-level rise, cities across the globe are devising strategies to adapt to climate change. Climate change risk perceptions amongst the public have been ...

• Participatory Budgeting in the City of Kitchener: Influencing Perceptions of Park Access, Park Use and Citizen Engagement 

  Curtis, Alison Maeve Patricia (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-04)

  There is consensus among urban researchers that access to public parks and participation in the planning process are important aspects of urban life. Public parks provide mental and physical health benefits to individuals, ...

• Food waste generation at households and the resulting life cycle environmental impacts: A case study of fresh and frozen broccoli 

  Withanage, Sohani Vihanga (University of Waterloo, 2020-09-01)

  Food waste has serious environmental and economic consequences, making it a global issue with growing attention from academia, industry and policy makers. The key to reduction or better management of food waste is understanding ...

• E-waste in the Caribbean: Is there a potential for a circular economy? 

  Mohammadi, Elham (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-31)

  Islands are bounded systems, often plagued with several sustainability challenges of limited land and resource availability, as well as pressing waste management issues. Small island economies import most of their resource ...

• Obstacles and Opportunities in Planning and Implementing Integrated Sustainable Municipal Solid Waste Management (ISMSWM) in Kuwait – a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Country 

  AlManssoor, Alyaa (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-31)

  The conventional municipal solid waste (MSW) management approach focuses on collection, transportation and final disposal, while at the same time neglecting the prevention of waste and recycling. The conventional approach ...

• Impact of a University Environmental Sustainability Strategy on Employees 

  Westwood, Ray (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-27)

  The ever-growing trend of campus sustainability, coupled with pressure from external stakeholders (competitor actions, government regulations, etc.) induces organizations to adopt sustainability and its triple bottom line ...

• Community-Led Energy Planning and Sustainability Assessment: A Partnership with Inuit in NunatuKavut, Labrador 

  Mercer, Nicholas Matthew John (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-27)

  Canada is a global leader in renewable energy development. However, electricity-generation differs dramatically in off-grid communities, wherein 190 of 258 communities rely almost exclusively on diesel-generation. Of these ...

• Satellite-based PM2.5 Exposure Estimation and Health Impacts over China 

  Liu, Ming (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-27)

  Exposure to suspended fine particulate matter (PM2.5) has been proven to adversely impact public health through increased risk of cardiovascular and respiratory mortality. Assessing health impacts of PM2.5 and its long-term ...

• Road Information Extraction from Mobile LiDAR Point Clouds using Deep Neural Networks 

  Ma, Lingfei (University of Waterloo, 2020-08-17)

  Urban roads, as one of the essential transportation infrastructures, provide considerable motivations for rapid urban sprawl and bring notable economic and social benefits. Accurate and efficient extraction of road information ...

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