Facebook-f Instagram Youtube

Sustainable Work & School

Our schools and workspaces can and should be more sustainable.

Image of a desk in a home with a laptop, tablet, coffee cup and plant on top, lit by a nearby window.

Sustainable schools and workplaces lead to healthier, happier, more productive students and employees. Learn how to implement sustainability practices in these areas.

Image of two coworkers chatting in a stylish and bright space.

How To Create a Green Office Space

Sustainable Work & School / By

More remote and hybrid employees post-pandemic has led to less companies and businesses requiring vast, spacious office buildings in which to house their staff everyday. Moving and downsizing opened up an opportunity to remodel and rethink designing the office space, allowing us to start considering how we can create more environmentally conscious workspaces. If crafting a more sustainable workplace is on your agenda, we’ve got some tips that will help you start greening the office!

How To Create a Green Office Space Read More »

Image of two people standing at a workspace in a clothing shop. Utilizing sustainable materials like organic cotton is a good sustainable business example.

A Dozen Ways To Make Your Small Business More Sustainable and Eco-Friendly

Sustainable Work & School / By

How can you ensure that your small business is safe place to work and part of the climate crisis solution and not the problem? Environmentally responsible companies aim to mitigate their impact by prioritizing sustainable practices. Keep reading to discover a dozen ways to make your small business more sustainable and eco-friendly!

A Dozen Ways To Make Your Small Business More Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Read More »

Bird's eye view of a workspace with coffee mug, notecards, paper, and writing utensils. A sustainability in the workplace is important for a number of reasons.

Why Is Sustainability Important in the Workplace?

Sustainable Work & School / By

At the core of corporate philosophy today lies the focus on the buzzword – sustainability. But, what is sustainability in the workplace, and why is it important?
Creating a sustainable workplace involves the integration of environmental and social values into company culture and decision-making processes. This may include environmentally sustainable work practices such as efficient use of energy, managing waste effectively, reducing carbon footprint, and creating a workspace conducive to the health and well-being of its workforce.

Why Is Sustainability Important in the Workplace? Read More »

Image of a cyclist wearing office attire biking through a corridor covered in vines. Cycling to work is one way to become a green commuter!

Environmentally Friendly Work Commute – Become a Green Commuter

Sustainable Work & School / By

One of the more effective ways we can begin to live a more sustainable lifestyle is to reduce the emissions we create while commuting. There are far more environmentally friendly modes of transport than each of us driving solo to work and sitting in rush hour traffic daily. Keep reading to learn the definition of sustainable transport, sustainable transportation examples, and tips and advice on how to create an environmentally friendly work commute.

Environmentally Friendly Work Commute – Become a Green Commuter Read More »

Image of lunches packed in durable stainless steel containers. Avoid plastics when purchasing sustainable lunch boxes and bags.

The Best Sustainable Lunch Boxes and Accessories

Sustainable Work & School / By

As a middle school teacher for fourteen years, I have seen my share of weird school lunches and lunch boxes. Help make schools more sustainable by using eco-friendly lunch boxes and accessories for yourself or your children. If you need a new insulated lunch box, snack container, or sandwich bag for the next school year, I’m here to help you find the perfect one!

The Best Sustainable Lunch Boxes and Accessories Read More »

Image of a group of students sitting on the grass outdoors with teacher standing in front interacting with them. Teaching kids about environmental sustainability outdoors is always a great idea.

Sustainable Classroom Ideas: Tips for a Green Classroom

Sustainable Work & School / By

As a former teacher, I know that over the summer, you start to think about all the things you could do better for the next school year. Make it your goal to create a more environmentally friendly classroom this year. While other teachers may focus on curriculum, classroom management, pedagogy (and the list goes on), dare I say encouraging more sustainable living might be more important?

Sustainable Classroom Ideas: Tips for a Green Classroom Read More »

Scroll to Top