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Get to know F&S: Catherine Thorn

“I’ve always cared deeply about climate change, and that conviction has only gotten stronger as time goes on.”  
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All about the Carbon Reduction Fund: Going above and beyond climate positive

The Carbon Reduction Fund is funded by the Air Travel Emissions Mitigation Initiative (ATEMI). With university-funded air travel estimated to be responsible for over 12,000 tonnes of carbon per year, ATEMI was launched in 2023 to offset unavoidable university air travel and its resulting emissions.
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Get to know F&S: Katya Tuñón

At the University of Toronto, Katya Tuñón serves as project manager in Infrastructure, Planning & Implementation, overseeing essential improvement projects across campus facilities.
A photo of Jim standing in front of piles of red and blue chairs. He is wearing a Campus Moving sweatshirt.

Get to know F&S: Jim Tetley

With Campus Moving handling up to 100 jobs every week, Tetley oversees the work weeks ahead of time, organized by his lead hand, Michael Correia. The moving team consists of nine full-time movers, and typically includes around 20 casuals.

Free period products now available across St. George campus

There’s no need to go searching for coins to purchase a pad or a tampon on the St. George campus any longer. As of 2025, hygiene dispensers across campus have been retrofitted to provide free period products.

Five ways to stay warm and conserve energy this winter 

Winter has taken hold across the University of Toronto, bringing colder temperatures and higher energy demands. By adopting simple yet effective practices, everyone can contribute to a more comfortable and sustainable season. From the Facilities & Services team, here are five top tips to help keep your spaces cozy and energy-efficient.

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