University of Toronto Sustainability Office

10/20/2023

🚀 Exciting News! Follow Us on Instagram, and TikTok! 📸🎶

A note to all our amazing followers,

We wanted to let you know about some exciting changes happening here at the Sustainability Office. We're evolving and expanding our online presence in order to connect with you in more thoughtful and exciting ways, which means we're saying goodbye to Facebook for now to embrace the vibrant communities on Instagram, and TikTok!

👉 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainableuoft/

👉 Find us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/

We can't wait to see you there! 🌟

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10/05/2023

Canada wastes 35 million tonnes of food yearly! 🗑️

Making sustainable decisions can help not only reduce waste, but save you money.

Here are some ways you can work to reduce waste:

- 🥦 Support local farmers by choosing fresh, in-season veggies – like grabbing a locally grown pumpkin from the farmer's market! 🎃

- 🌿 Go green with zero-waste activities like sports or hiking – it's a win-win for you and the environment! 🌍

- 🎨 Get crafty with home decor – turn used cardboard into stunning wall art or cut out spooky spiders and ghosts from old magazines or newspapers. 👻🖼️

- ♻️ Don't toss it, compost it! Reduce landfill waste by composting your kitchen scraps. 🌱

- 🍱 Make your meals stretch further by packing leftovers for the week – no more wasted food! 🍽️

How are you staying sustainable this Thanksgiving? Share your tips in the comments! 💚🦃
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09/28/2023

We know September has likely been a whirlwind and as you finally settle into a routine, you may be wondering, who is the Sustainability Office and what do they actually do?

Swipe through the carousel to meet some of our team or click the link in our bio to learn more!
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09/18/2023

Happy Monday and Week # 3 of our giveaway! ✨

This week we’re excited to partner with the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) and shine a spotlight on all their sustainability strides.🌿

UTM is a hub of sustainability action and is the home of the Master of Science in Sustainability Management program (MScSM) as well as the fantastic Sustainable Change programs.

Our prize pack giveaway includes:

- $100 U of T Bookstore gift card
- reusable cutlery set
- reusable straw
- dryer ball
- 2 x chocolate bars
- reusable napkin
- laundry detergent sheets
- reusable fruit and vegetable bags
- pot scrubber
- reusable silicone food container
- ‘The Carbon Footprint of Everything’ by Mike Berners-Lee

TO ENTER:

- follow and
- like this post
- tag a friend in the comments below and share a sustainability tip

Enter before FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd @ 11:00 AM EST for a chance to win. The winner will be chosen using a randomizer and notified via DM.

Rules/Disclaimer: This giveaway is open to all University of Toronto students only. By liking and commenting, you enter and agree that this contest is in no way associated with, administered by, or endorsed by Instagram.
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09/11/2023

Hey U of T grad students...welcome to the next chapter of your academic journey!🌿

As you delve into your studies, remember that sustainability knows no boundaries – it's woven into every discipline. Let's join forces to cultivate innovation, spark conversations, and lead by example. 🌍💡

Comment below your field of study and how you hope to infuse sustainability into it. 🌱📚
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09/07/2023

Hey U of T undergrads...whether you're a returning student or new here, we're excited to start another year of learning and sustainability with you! 🌎✨

From dorm room hacks to local foodie finds, we're here to empower you with the tools to make a positive impact on our planet.

Share your sustainability goals below, and let's make this year our most eco-conscious yet 💚🌱
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09/01/2023

Happy orientation month! ⁠
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Get ready for a month of eco-friendly excitement! We're thrilled to announce not one, not two, but FOUR incredible sustainability giveaways throughout September. ⁠
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Over the course of the month, we want to get you as educated as possible on all things sustainability. Follow along with us and learn about all of the wonderful sustainability programs that are happening across all three campuses. ⁠
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Stay tuned for details on how to participate and stand a chance to win our amazing sustainable prize bundles! ⁠
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09/01/2023

Get your LEED Green Associate designation, the benchmark for green building certification.🌱

Students can use the coupon code ‘green’ for $100 off!

Learn more and register: https://leadinggreen.com/online-leed-green-associate/

Both live webinars or self-paced recorded workshops options.

The best LEED Training Online Training through live webinar or on-demand self paced. Including our guaranteed pass on your first try and textbook and practice exams

08/10/2022

Today, we’re going to learn a simple trick to make your dish soap last longer!

Liquid dish soap typically comes super concentrated. Read the label. It says it right there … “concentrated.”

Here’s a great tip: Don’t use Blue Dawn straight out of its container. Dilute it.

Try to use a recycled jar to store the soap water. It is super easy to dispense. You can keep the jug of Blue Dawn on a shelf. It’s out of sight, so not that easy to grab mindlessly. When the decanter needs a refill, you can go for 5-parts water to 1-part Blue Dawn.

08/03/2022

📣Calling all U of T employees: Tune up your bike, lace up your shoes and show us how you actively commute to work on the St. George campus!⁠
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We’ve teamed up with U of T Sport & Rec]] to host an Active Commute to Work Day for the St. George campus to celebrate all those who are incorporating movement into their commute to work! Whether you are a work study student, faculty or operational staff, show us how you get to work!⁠
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On August 11, share how you actively commute to work by taking a video or photo and have a chance to win 1 of 5 sustainability and wellness prize packs. Here’s how to participate:⁠
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1. Take a photo or video and post to your IG story⁠
2. Follow and ⁠
3. Tag and ⁠
4. Like the original post.⁠
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Don’t feel comfortable posting to your IG story? DM us your photo or video to be considered.⁠
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Contest closes at 11:59 p.m. on August 11th and the winner will be announced on August 12th by 12:00 p.m.⁠
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Good luck and have a safe commute! Let’s get moving!⁠
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08/02/2022

Did you know bar soaps have been found to have a lower environmental impact when compared with liquid soap? ⁠🪄🌿
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Liquid soap requires five times more energy to produce and nearly 20 times more energy to package, and we use about seven times more liquid soap than bar soap for each hand wash. ⁠
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Are you ready to swap to soap bars for a more sustainable environment? ⁠
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Follow for more sustainable living tips. ⁠💚🍀🌴🌿♻️
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