Third Annual Green Leader Awards
Each year, the London Environmental Network and Green Economy London recognize the businesses and community leaders who are taking outstanding action in the environmental sector. This year, on October 13th 2022 we gathered with member organizations, community members, coworkers and friends at RBC Place London to celebrate important sustainability work being done in the community […]
Member Highlight: Carmina de Young – Fashion with a Purpose Initiative
The member highlight showcases an environmental stewardship project or initiative by a Green Economy London Member. This highlight features Carmina de Young and their initiative Fashion with a Purpose. For more information about Carmina de Young, please visit the member section of our website and their website. Vision: Their vision is that for every garment […]
Understanding Green Stormwater Infrastructure
What is green stormwater infrastructure? Green stormwater infrastructure – or low impact development (LID) – has emerged as a nature-based solution to improve stormwater management throughout a drainage area. LID aims to capture, store, and cleanse stormwater runoff by using both natural features and processes and human-made elements to restore ecological and hydrological functions. Benefits […]
Supporting Earth Day All Year Long
By Mandy Birch, Green Economy London Volunteer While Earth Day may have been on April 22nd, it’s important to remember that it goes beyond this one date – it’s everyday. It’s easy to get caught up in the hype of the approaching Earth Day celebration, feeling extra inspired to do your part in supporting […]
EV Charger Incentive Program: Get up to $100,000 to Install EV Charging Infrastructure
Green Economy London is thrilled to share a new program for our members! Green Economy Canada has just launched a $3.9M incentive program, funded by Natural Resources Canada. The EV Charger Incentive Program will reimburse up to 50% of the cost of installing EV charging infrastructure (up to $100,000). If you and your organization have […]
Employee Engagement at Home: Environmental Stewardship and Home Checkups
With many organizations and staff working from home it can be challenging to engage employees with sustainability and environmental stewardship actions. While Green Economy London supports businesses in setting reduction targets and making sustainability changes at their facilities, we also emphasize the importance of employee engagement to embed sustainability into your work culture. There is […]
Launching London’s online Business Energy and Emissions Profile
London small and medium-sized enterprises building back better with a new emissions reduction tool Communities around the globe are adjusting to life post-COVID and businesses are seeking economic recovery packages that will lead to increased long-term cost savings and resiliency against risks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have an important role to play in addressing […]
Become a Local Environmental Steward
What is Environmental Stewardship? Environmental stewardship is a term used to describe our interactions with the environment that lead to protection, conservation, and sustainability. The main objectives of environmental stewardship include restoring habitats, recovering wildlife, increasing and protecting at risk species, improving biodiversity, preserving natural resources and ecosystems, and overall improving the sustainability of our […]
Stacked for Sustainability Success; Creating an Effective Green Team
Are you looking to implement sustainability projects and effect sustainable change for your organization? Creating a Green Team will increase the success of sustainability projects and initiatives, and help your organization reach its reduction targets. Green Teams also help embed sustainability into the culture of their organization, which is becoming increasingly important as we transition […]
We are Hiring!
Together, with our business and institutional members, their employees, and supporting partners, Green Economy London proves the business-case for sustainability by demonstrating how reducing emissions can improve the bottom line, mitigate business risks, help develop a credible brand, and improve the ability to attract and retain consumers, shareholders, and top tier employees. Position Details: We […]
