Posts Tagged: sustainability
Next time you see a robot helping the elderly, a fuel cell powering a remote town or microbes cleaning contaminated water, you may be witnessing the innovative research of U of T Engineering’s newest Canada Research Chairs in action. Last…
With the election just a week away, voter decisions are coming down to the wire: when it comes time to actually cast their ballot, will the choice they make help build a better Toronto? The latest in U of T News’ mini-series…
If emerging economies are to prosper and compete in the 21st century, Enrique García, president and CEO of Latin America’s largest development bank, says there are two areas in need of critical attention: “Education and infrastructure…that is why we are…
Two thousand metres below the surface of the Pacific Ocean, tiny bacteria survive in near-darkness by harvesting the dim light released from hydrothermal vents. As humans increasingly look to the sun as a renewable energy source, what better model than…
The University of Toronto is home to many experts who study how cities can be improved. One aspect of cities that may be taken for granted is one of the most important: water supply. At U of T, water conservation…
Doing more with less is the future of lighting. As smart novel lighting technologies use less energy to shine brighter, it’s also a trend that flipping the switch in homes and businesses around the world. It’s known as smart sustainable…
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