Brookfield Sustainability Institute

05/13/2024

Thank you to all the wonderful participants, facilitators, and the BSI Summit team. Your passion, insights, and dedication contributed invaluably towards the event's success. We will advance the outputs from the summit to develop a set of applied research and development projects based on the new formats. Here’s to the culmination of a fruitful summit and the beginning of many impactful journeys ahead!

05/09/2024

The opening reception of the Digifest Dialogues: BSI Summit kicked off on a great note, with engaging discussions on our three Streams: new Ways of Sharing, Ways of Caring, and Ways of Living. Thrilled to see strong participation from the indigenous and racialized communities from the global south. Let's keep the conversation going!

For more information on the three summit streams, visit: https://bit.ly/bsi-summit-2024

05/06/2024

Join us May 8-9, 2024, for the BSI's Digifest Dialogues Summit and help develop forward-thinking solutions around smart sustainability.

Keeping current planetary and societal challenges in mind, three streams have been identified: Ways of Sharing, Ways of Caring, and Ways of Living. We are focussing on new Ways of Sharing that address the crisis emerging in our workplaces and learning institutions. We are looking at new Ways of Caring to reconcile and give balance to our systems that support our Health and Wellness. Finally, we are looking at our Ways of Living to better understand how to house our society and build communities that are strong and supportive.

For more information on the three summit streams or to register for the summit, visit: https://bit.ly/bsi-summit-2024

05/02/2024

The Brookfield Sustainability Institute (BSI) is excited to host the ‘Digifest Dialogues: BSI Summit’ on May 8-9, 2024, welcoming interdisciplinary experts from around the globe to further the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Join us in our mission to make a meaningful impact on sustainability in the years to come!

Learn more https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/events/bsi-summit-2024

04/25/2024

Fresh off the press! Dive into the latest at the Brookfield Sustainability Institute through the second edition of our newsletter! Let’s keep the conversation going.

To read the latest BSI newsletter, visit: https://bit.ly/BSI-News-2

03/28/2024

Thank you to everyone that participated in this week's BSI International Charrette 2024!
On Monday, February 26, The Brookfield Sustainability Institute wrapped up its 21st International Charrette with over 150 professional students and practitioners presenting their final results over the intensive five-day period. The BSI's unique Design Charrette methodology enabled this interdisciplinary group to create practical tangible solutions for 11 challenges covering the theme of "Sharing, Caring and Living: Sustainable Communities for the Future", from new attainable sustainable housing models for urban dense environments, to neighbourhood food security solutions, to an innovative portable sustainable medical health/well-being clinic. The BSI will now be exploring how to take each project to pilot stage and beyond. With gratitude to all teams, their senior team leads, the over 33 expert advisors, and all the support team members from BSI and George Brown College, who helped make the event a resounding success. For more information about the Charrette and Brookfield Sustainability Institute, or if interested to learn more about the final Charrette results, reach out to us here: https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/.../bsi...

George Brown College Luigi Ferrara Jacob Kessler Matt HexemerAysegul OZBAKIR ACIMERT Ian Chalmers RGD M. Tansu Acimert Shweta Agrawal (Singhal) Steffanie Adams Andrew Wright Jo Enaje

02/26/2024

Over the last four days, the energy has been palpable as the students from around the world join George Brown College students at the Brookfield Sustainability Institute for the 21st International Charrette.

Exploring themes of "Sharing, Caring and Living: Sustainable Communities for the Future," the teams researched food, health and housing in inclusive and sustainable perspectives. The 11 teams, along with some of the best minds in the industry, have been exploring design solutions for urban food systems, mobile health/well-being service, sustainable cabin, sustainable community centre, sustainable park and attainable housing models at three different scales.

Stay tuned for updates as the teams prepare to present their findings of the last four days.

For more information visit: https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/events/bsi-international-charrette-2024

02/23/2024

Exciting start to the 5-day BSI International Charrette 2024! On Day 1, our keynote speaker Blair Feltmate shared insights on the merits of incorporating climate risk into ‘sustainability design and build’. He further elaborated on the strategies for climate change adaptation, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures and community collaboration.

Stay tuned for updates on our next few enriching days!



Pic 1: Luigi Ferrara delivering the opening remarks
Pic 2: Blair Feltmate addressing the audience

02/22/2024

Today, February 22, 2024, the Brookfield Sustainability Institute will be launching the 21st International Charrette on the theme of "Sharing, Caring and Living: Sustainable Communities for the Future." Students from around the world will come together to design innovative solutions that follow the simple living philosophy for sustainable lives for all.

Teams will design main life domains: food, health and housing in inclusive and sustainable perspectives. Potential projects will explore design solutions for urban food systems, mobile health/well-being service, sustainable cabin, sustainable community centre, sustainable park and attainable housing models at three different scales.

For more information visit: https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/events/bsi-international-charrette-2024

Image: 2023 BSI International Charrette. Photo by Surzayon Ghosh.

02/08/2024

Attention students and faculty! We invite you to participate in the BSI International Charrette 2024 from February 22 to 26 in Toronto.

Based on the theme of "Sharing, Caring and Living: Sustainable Communities for the Future," the charrette challenges will revolve around the design of innovative solutions that follow the simple living philosophy for sustainable lives for all. We aim to experiment with innovative ideas for rethinking the essential life domains connected to food, housing, and health, aiming to shift the idea of sustainability towards the concept of sufficiency.

Use your design skills to collaborate with students, faculty, and industry experts from around the world in this workshop to develop smart sustainable solutions to help fight climate change.

To register or visit: https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/events/bsi-international-charrette-2024

Last day to register: Monday, February 19, 2024

Image: Team 2 - BSI 2023 International Charrette.

01/18/2024

Calling all George Brown College College fashion students and fashion industry professionals!

Join us for an incredible experience that transcends the traditional event format. Wear your most sustainable outfit – whether it's a thrifted gem, a piece from a sustainable brand, or a chic upcycled creation – and stand a chance to win $1000. Our esteemed guest judges, Tonello (Fashion Stylist) and Lizzi Kapran (Fashion Influencer), will be on the lookout for the most inspiring and eco-conscious looks.

Calling all George Brown College fashion students and fashion industry professionals!

We invite you to embark on a journey into the future of fashion at 'The Sustainables,' proudly presented by George Brown College and Sixr.world.

Join us for an evening of innovation and insight, hosted by industry leaders Roger Gingerich and Tania Tonello on January 23rd at 7 PM, as we unveil the 'FOR TOMORROW' Collection by SIXR and GBC.

Showcase your commitment to sustainability by wearing your finest eco-friendly attire for a chance to win a $1000 prize, with judgments by Tania Tonello and renowned fashion influencer Lizzi Kaplan.

For those unable to attend in person, we extend a warm invitation to join us virtually. RSVP through the link below, and become a valuable contributor to the greener future of fashion. 💚

Brookfield Sustainability Institute

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sustainables-tickets-795497874557?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/09/2024

The Brookfield Sustainability Institute at George Brown College is proud to launch the ‘FOR TOMORROW’ collection of sustainable apparel, in partnership with SIXR. Stay tuned for the launch details to be announced soon!

Order your hoodie here: https://www.brookfieldsustainabilityinstitute.com/work/sixr-partnership