A geneticist, author and renowned environmentalist, Dr. David Suzuki is known to speak passionately about environmental issues (from protecting forests and oceans to indigenous rights), urging us all to get involved.  Dr. Suzuki is Co-Founder of the David Suzuki Foundation, an environmental not-for-profit, and he is also known (especially in Canada) for his more than 30 years in broadcasting, which includes the award-winning television series The Nature of Things with David Suzuki.

For the summer issue of TerraChoice’s eQ, we spoke with Dr. Suzuki to find out what lessons he can share with us on our road to sustainability. When we asked Dr. Suzuki what his greatest achievement was, he talked about starting the David Suzuki Foundation and the various accomplishments all of the people involved helped to make. Exciting work and change is taking place at the Foundation, which will have an impact on all types of businesses and workplaces. Here is an excerpt from this interview:
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Just in time for summer, a new environmental standard for the products used to treat residential pools and spas has been released. The EcoLogo Program recently announced the launch of its first standard for Pool and Spa Water Treatment Products, which will mean a reduction in environmental and human health impacts. read more

Mid-May was busy for Avmor Ltd., a leading manufacturer of professional cleaning solutions for Canada’s Janitorial and Foodservice markets. The company hosted its second annual Green Cleaning for Health Forum on May 12 and recognized Omni Facility Services Canada on May 13 with an environmental stewardship award from the EcoLogo Program. All of this activity underscores Avmor’s commitment to green cleaning for health and the protection of the environment. read more

On Earth Day this year, GOJO Industries helped schools, office and government buildings, hospitals, manufacturers, grocery stores and more, become greener with the release of the world’s first hand sanitizer to be certified by EcoLogo™, North America’s most established multi-attribute environmental leadership standard and certification mark. read more

Parents, grandparents, and other toy purchasers across North America will soon be able to find toys that are safer, greener, and healthier for the children in their lives. The EcoLogo Program recently announced that the first draft of its Toy Standard has been released and is now available for a 30-day comment period. For those interested in providing feedback, take note that the deadline for public comment on this draft is this Monday, May 17, 2010. read more

Taking a dip in a backyard pool or hot tub in North America is about to become healthier for people and the environment. The EcoLogo Program is nearing the launch of its first standard for Pool and Spa Water Treatment Products and is turning to stakeholders to review the second draft of this standard. The stakeholder comment period will be open for 30 days. The deadline for public comment on this draft is Monday, April 19, 2010. read more

Hospitals, schools, daycare centers, restaurants, and even work places have a new way to green their operations and continue to improve on health and safety practices at the same time. The EcoLogo Program is proud to announce the launch of its first standard for Hand Sanitizers, also known as instant hand antiseptics. read more

There is no arguing that the green movement has thousands of consumers searching the shopping aisles for the best “green” deals they can find.  The problem for many consumers is that there are so many products to choose from and so little time to research them all.  That is, until now.  iPhone users have a new tool at their disposal thanks to a new application created by GoodGuide, a group that provides free and easy access to reliable sources of information on a products health and ethics. read more

What do Dr. Toy, Edward Schmults, former CEO of FAO Schwarz, and a large toy retailer have in common? These industry experts are interested in making “greener” toys available for children and are all members of EcoLogo’s Toy Standard Advisory Committee. This group is pleased to report that progress on the Program’s first standard for Toys is well underway. read more

The EcoLogo Program has announced a final 15-day review phase for its standard to address instant hand antiseptic products. Individuals who want to provide feedback on this new product category for EcoLogo have this last opportunity to get involved. read more