George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Get involved:
Learn how you can help make George Brown more sustainable. From paper reduction tips and bottled water filling stations to sustainable transportation options and the college’s story of recycling, we have many initiatives in place. You can also check out our Sustainability Guidelines for more information.
What Can I Recycle?
Contact Us
Contact Sustainability Department at sustainability@georgebrown.ca
Join the Sustainability Squad
Passionate about sustainability? You should consider joining George Brown's Sustainability Squad where you'll be able to take part in student-led initiatives that contribute towards environmental conservation efforts.
Check out this news article to see one of the squad's initiatives.
Awards and Special Mentions
In December 2024, George Brown Polytechnic (GBC) achieved the Advocate Level of the Green Will Initiative (GWI) Program, recognizing its leadership in reducing emissions and promoting energy efficiency in Toronto.
GBC’s Sustainability Team hosted its first Energy Treasure Hunt – a collaborative effort aimed at identifying energy-saving opportunities at the Casa Loma Campus.