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It's hard to believe the fall semester is nearly over! From a Living Architecture tour and Energy Managers of Ontario Excellence Award in October to Eco Trivia and a Holiday Bazaar in November, there’s something for everyone in this edition of Greener News!
 
Read on to learn more about the latest sustainability news and events around campus. And be sure to check out our latest Green Hack video at the end!

Greenest regards,
Sustainability Office 

 
The annual Holiday Toy Toss is happening this Friday at 7.30pm at the Varsity Centre! 

Housing Services, the Family Care Office and the University of Toronto Students' Union are partnering with Varsity Blues Athletics to come together for U of T's annual Food and Toy Drive. Every small contribution makes a huge difference. All proceeds of the drive will be given to the student families registered with the U of T Food Bank. 


 
United Way Swap Shop SALE!

Once a year the campus Swap Shop hosts a three day sale to benefit the United Way.  ALL proceeds go to the charity and everyone is welcome! 

The last day of the sale is TODAY so be sure to come out! 
Reaching the Horizon with Blue Sky Solar Racing!

Blue Sky Solar Racing Car, Horizon, placed 12th at the World Solar Challenge in Australia! 
After battling sandstorms, bushfires and strong headwinds, Horizon successfully completed the 3 000 km journey across the Australian outback! The official time of 47hrs 39mins and 39secs places them 12th overall! 

Congratulations to the team! 
2015 Energy Savings Award Winner - Radu Ciotirca

This October, Facilities & Services’ Radu Ciotirca became an award winning Energy Manager. Thanks to Radu, over 7 million kilowatt hours of energy have been saved over the past 12 months (enough to power 700 houses a year)! In recognition of this success, Radu was given the Energy Managers of Ontario Excellence Award. Congratulations!
Alan H. Weatherley Graduate Fellowship in Environmental Leadership

Are you a PhD student enrolled at the School of the Environment? Do you demonstrate exceptional academic and/or practical leadership in the area of environmental issues? Well, you could win between $2000 - $4000! So what are you waiting for? 
TODAY
Looking to do your holiday shopping early and ethically? Check out Oxfam U of T's 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar TODAY at Hart House! There will be a host of local, ethical, and sustainable shops, designers, and artisans from around Toronto!
Nov 29
On November 29, citizens from around the world will join together in a global call for climate action. Find an event near you!
Eco Trivia Night!
                                                                          Dec 1
If you love mediocre movie impressions, multiple choice questions, and know the difference between a Nissan lead and a leaf on a free, this is the event for you! 
 
 
Upcoming seminars:
  • The Role of the Animal in Spectacle-Based Performance (Wednesday Dec 2)
  • Remote Sensing of Greenhouse Gases in the High Arctic (Wednesday Dec 2)
  • Oil Palm, Water, and the People: Socio-ecological impacts of the oil palm boom in Northern Guatemala (Wednesday Dec 9)
Dec 10
All students welcome to this FREE event! 
Come to Exam Jam for course review sessions, open study space, free snacks and coffee, and fun and energizing activities! 


 
                                                                       Dec 11 
This seminar will be presented by Dr. Rod Tennyson, Professor Emeritus, UTIAS. It will take place on the Downsview campus. 

 
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