Leading the pack in audio-visual sustainability
Have you ever thought about how much e-waste the average person produces over their lifetime? What about a large organization like the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)? Thankfully, Information & Instructional Technology Services (I&ITS) has, and they’ve got us covered.
In late 2025, I&ITS teamed up with the Sustainability Office to tackle the growing issue of e-waste on campus, specifically when it comes to audio-visual equipment. Hosting a workshop that included organizations like Mohawk College, York University and Calgary-based technology company Nureva, UTM explored how post-secondary institutions can collectively reduce our environmental footprint in an industry where the upgrade cycle is constant. As a result, UTM became the first Canadian university to achieve Sustainability in AV (SAVe) certification through Sustainability in AV (SAVe).
