An Introduction to the "Waste? NOT! Toolkit"

Too much of the waste in Nova Scotia's landfills comes from construction and demolition projects.  The Ecology Action Centre has teamed with RRFB Nova Scotia to create the "Waste? NOT!" Toolkit in an effort to address this issue.  It will help homeowners, businesses, contractors, suppliers and educators better understand how we can work together to identify and change the unsustainable practices that lead to so much waste.
 
As Dean of NSCC's School of Trades and Technology, I work directly with programs relating to a broad range of industry clusters that deal with both the built and natural environments.  Beginning with programs offered at the new Centre for the Built Environment opening in September 2010 at the Waterfront Campus, we are broadening and deepening trades and technology education in ways that will prepare learners to create a sustainable world. This evolution of skilled-trades education will build a solid foundation for 'green' jobs in Nova Scotia.
 
We can all make a difference when it comes to integrating more sustainable practices at home and work. I know the "Waste? NOT! Toolkit" will help all of us as we work toward better balancing the needs of the natural environment with the built environment. 
 
-Ron Farrell, Nova Scotia Community College, Dean of the School of Trades and Technology

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