For a second year in a row Georgian College has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.
Georgian celebrates their award fittingly today, April 22, on Earth Day.
Georgian is being recognized for its strategy of advancing and promoting three environmental priorities: waste reduction and diversion, enhanced environmental literacy and increased scrutiny of sustainability issues when purchasing goods and services.
For five years now the national award recognizes employers that lead the nation in making environmental values part of their organizational culture.
In a press release Georgian College’s President and CEO Brian Tamblyn says quote Winning this award two years in a row confirms Georgians status as a leader in sustainable development.”
Tamblyn is also quoted as saying This recognizes our efforts to engage students and staff to create a culture that highlights the importance of responsible actions for the sake of the environment.
