The concept of sustainability has been making news headlines
for well over a decade. These days, politicians, businesses, and media are all
flaunting something they are doing as “sustainable.” Alike, the term “green” is
plastered on consumer products by companies wanting to appeal to the “tree
huggers,” the environmentally conscious folk. The lack of a commonly agreed
upon definition of sustainability, which applies to a multitude of interrelated
issues — environment, economic and social — has been the cause of
misunderstanding, contradictions and debate.
At Mohawk College, sustainability is no longer a Buzzword
but a Way of Life. Mohawk College is committed to working alongside our
community, businesses, other Colleges and Universities, and individuals to
promote social, financial and environmental sustainability. Mohawk College
recognizes the importance of creating policies that reduce impacts on the
planet and ensure a prosperous future for generations to come.
Sustainable initiatives have been on campus for years but more
recently, with the development of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP),
Mohawk College is expanding these programs and services.
Introducing Mohawk College’s Sustainability Office! We are
actively promoting waste management on campus, alternative transportation, and
connecting Mohawk staff and students with green initiatives at the College and
in the community. For more information visit: www.mohawkcollege.ca/sustainability
