From the United Kingdom, all the way to Malaysia, universities are putting an emphasis on going green and have made campus sustainability a priority to both the students and the community. Colleges around the world have decided to make sustainability a priority on their campuses. Many of the top schools have put a focus on reducing their carbon footprint, implementing campus-wide initiatives to eat organic foods, and organizing campaigns geared towards decreasing the use of electricity. In no particular order, here are some of the…

It’s the little things in life that count and the same goes for recycling. For instance, some of the most overlooked recyclables are empty cardboard paper towel and toilet paper rolls! Most people don’t even think twice before tossing these small products into the trash can and many don’t realize that they are perfect for the recycling bin. Want to go the extra mile? Try upcycling them! There are so many amazing ways to transform a toilet paper roll into something useful.  Although the classic…

Tailgating. It’s an American institution, a tradition with a rich history dating back to when the Romans used to “pre-game” outside amphitheaters on the backs of their chariots whilst partaking in libations of Bud Light. Ok fact checkers, take it easy, we know that last bit isn’t true [it was Coors Light, not Bud Light] but there’s no denying the hard truth that tailgating turns any boring parking lot into a huge community. Like any community, it’s up to you to keep it neat and tidy….

Barrie may be a city, but it still maintains a small-town vibe. This is one of the many reasons why local companies want to foster a growing culture of small business and entrepreneurship in one of Canada’s youngest and fastest-growing cities. That’s where the smOffice program comes in. Back for its second year, The Creative Space along several other local sponsors, want to give people with big ideas office space, tools, and the resources they need to bring their growing business ideas alive.   Thanks…

It’s time to take the lead, or should I say LEED on making our buildings greener! Thanks to LEED certification, buildings and projects can now be appreciated and recognized for their sustainability efforts. Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) is a globally recognized certification program used to identify green buildings and building projects. LEED certified buildings save resources and create a positive impact on health, renewable energy and the world around them. These structures and projects are awarded the mark of superior quality and…