Discover Ways to Optimize Waste Management at Your Business

Waste management is an important part of any business’ operations that can lead to lower operational costs, reduced emissions, improved operational efficiency, and contribute to a more sustainable economy. Waste production and disposal are continually on the rise in Ontario, with 6,486,350 tonnes of non-residential sources of waste disposed of in 2020 (Statistics Canada, 2023).  […]

Member Highlight: Fancy Farmerettes Attaining a Sustainable Business

This month’s Member Highlight is about Fancy Farmerettes and their sustainability achievements and initiatives as a small business. Written by Veronica Tunzi, Co-owner of Fancy Farmerettes Sustainability has become a trendy buzzword over recent years, and many businesses are working towards becoming more environmentally sustainable, and in turn, more socially responsible. When faced with the […]

Green Project Support 2023 Recipients Announced

July 7th Update Thank you to all those who applied! We’re excited to announce the recipients of Green Project Support 2023; Reforest London – Installing low-flow bathroom fixtures in the Bruce Pavilion; Installation of additional insulation and framing to improve energy efficiency in the Bruce Pavilion; These projects will help reach their net-zero goals. LOLA […]

Get in the Know: Earth Month Activities and Events

April is Earth Month and it’s a time to raise environmental awareness, take meaningful climate action and celebrate sustainability successes. Recognized across the world annually, there are many ways your business, or you as an individual can participate.  Earth Day, April 22nd is recognized as a day of action to change human behaviour and demonstrate […]

Top Tips for Businesses to Save Energy and Reduce Costs

Winter months in Canada are marked by lower temperatures, fewer daylight hours, and higher energy use for heating and lighting. As a result, these colder months of the year can lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs for businesses. However, there are ways to reduce energy consumption and save on energy costs while […]

Sustainable Purchasing: Understanding Ecolabels

What are Ecolabels? Ecolabels are environmental certification logos used on products to indicate that they have been produced in an environmentally conscious way. These labels inform consumers of the environmental impact of a product allowing them to make a more informed purchase decision. Although the requirements for receiving an ecolabel vary depending on the institution […]