Talkin' Trash with UHN

01/27/2026

Having carpooled in an EV today, this came to mind ...

There are many myths and half truths about electric vehicles (EVs). Let's separate fact from fiction about EVs.

01/23/2026

Brrr, seems a good time for this throwback to 2014, our last Polar Vortex ...

I was all set to talk about New Year’s Revolutions (our extra awesome take on New Year’s Resolutions), but can’t get past the frostbite in my pinky fingers, nose and toes. Damn Po…

12/12/2025

Love partnering with the amazing folks at NJT!

Thank you to our amazing volunteers who braved a snowstorm yesterday to pack suitcases. - NJTT

12/11/2025

Great Green Team effort to look first ...

More isn't always better. Look before you stock a patient's room.

12/10/2025

Tis the season to think about a better way to enjoy things. With that, check out the wrap on Waste Reduction Week

I'm pleased to share an article I wrote on UHN's 10th Annual Waste Reduction Week Inter-Hospital Challenge, organized by Lisa Vanlint, Thomas Wiseman, and myself! The challenge is a short quiz on the 3R's to test the knowledge of hospital staff across Ontario and the hospital with the highest player...

12/04/2025

Impressive! way to go, Dr. Donahoe and the whole OR Green Team! 👏👩‍⚕️🌎♻️

11/09/2025

Make travel meaningful!

Well the adventure has begun. In a collaborative effort with Jennifer Raymer and Together for Cuba, there are 17 women meeting in Cuba for a mission trip I was able to pack 5 bags and 1 tote for a total of 300 lbs of supplies. Very excited to be part of this journey

08/25/2025

Great research at UHN, and a shout out to Dr. Kate Hanneman, Go Green Team!

New study by UHN researchers reveals that air pollution exposure is associated with scarring in the heart muscle

08/19/2025

So happy for UHN to be a part of this amazing garden!

08/18/2025

Fall is an amazing time to plant 🌳 trees! This is a great program to help cover costs and pick a good one.

Applications for the 2025 Urban Forestry Grants are open. Apply Online The City is investing in tree planting and stewardship on private land to help enhance and expand our urban forest, and to improve the health of the environment. With some of the greatest potential on private land, everyone’s h...

08/15/2025

I cannot say enough about this amazing, eye-opening and impactful session. Worth going and bringing everyone you know.

Take an emotional trip through time with us to 2055 – science-based, led by experts and visualized by AI.

07/03/2025

Proud to be a part of this amazing group, greening healthcare in Canada for 25 years! 🩺 🇨🇦🍃