2019 Program 20 – 24 May

For more information, please visit activateuts.com.au

Monday 20 May

Beeswax Wrap Workshop

11:00am – 1:00pmUTS Tower Building 1, Level 3 Concourse

Learn how to reduce single-use plastics in your life, and make your own beeswax wrap to take home.

Green Week Photo Competition Exhibition Opens

From 7:30pmUTS Tower Building 1, Level 3 Concourse

“Our world is a web of interdependencies woven so tightly it sometimes becomes love.” – Tim Flannery. See the short-listed entries for this year’s Green Week Photo Competition. The exhibition is open all week.

Tuesday 21 May

Sustainability and Surfing Talk

1:00pm – 2:00pmUTS Tower Building 1, Level 21, Room 58

How might the surfing industry be more sustainable? Hear about some of the challenges and innovative solutions being explored.

Film Screening

2:00pm – 3:00pmTAFE NSW Ultimo Library, Building D, Level 1, Meeting Place

Free screening of documentary “Waste Deep”. Food and packaging waste is not simply something that ‘goes away’ when you pop it in the rubbish bin. Waste has a long-term impact on our environment, our wildlife and ultimately our own health. But how do we avoid it? In an age of excess consumption and a mindset of convenience-at-all-cost, is it possible to truly be waste free?

Wednesday 22 May

Green Market Day

11:30am – 1:30pmTAFE NSW Ultimo, Building E Courtyard (Harris Street entrance)

With a range of environmentally friendly stalls, these markets have something for everyone. Come along for live music, food, demonstrations and activities! All welcome. In case of wet weather, the event will be moved to The Muse, North Wing.

Algae Biotechnology Tour

1:00pm – 2:00pmUTS Building 7

Take a tour of this new science facility forging new ground using algae as a sustainable base material for everything from bio-plastics to food.Email Seb.Crawford@uts.edu.au to book

Film Screening

2:00pm – 3:00pmTAFE NSW Ultimo Library, Building D, Level 1, Meeting Place

Free screening of documentary “Waste Deep”. Food and packaging waste is not simply something that ‘goes away’ when you pop it in the rubbish bin. Waste has a long-term impact on our environment, our wildlife and ultimately our own health. But how do we avoid it? In an age of excess consumption and a mindset of convenience-at-all-cost, is it possible to truly be waste free?

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2019 Program 20 – 24 May

For more information, please visit activateuts.com.au

Green Week Dinner (Wednesday 22 May Cont.)

6:00pm – 9:00pmTAFE NSW Ultimo, The Apprentice Restaurant Sydney (Building E, Level 7, 695 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007)

An elegant evening of fine food and wine as Executive Chef of OzHarvest, Travis Harvey, will work with TAFE NSW Commercial Cookery students to produce a sustainable, zero waste menu. Reservations essential. Book now! Phone: 02 9217 5527

Thursday 23 May

Adopt a Plant Stall

10:00am – 12:00pmUTS Tower Building 1, Level 3 Concourse

Did you know that indoor plants purify the air and nurture your soul? Find the perfect plant to add to your collection. Prices range from $2 to $10 with limited stocks available. All proceeds will go to Cancer Council Australia. Register your interest at activateuts.com.au

All Abuzz About Bees

1:00pm – 2:00pmUTS Library, Level 2 Event Space

This forum will reveal why these tiny superheroes deserve more attention. Honey and bee experts will explore the topic.For more info, visit https://bit.ly/3034Xw5

Guided Honey Tasting

2:00pm – 3:00pmUTS Library, Level 2 Event Space

Immediately following the talk on bees and honey, stick around for a guided honey tasting with an expert honey sommelier. Come for either or both events.For more info, visit https://bit.ly/3034Xw5

Film Screening

6:00pm – 7:30pmUTS Library, Level 4, Room 4.k

This documentary film “Accelerate” tells the story of inspiring people taking steps to accelerate action on climate change. Hosted in collaboration with student groups EcoSoc and Enviro Collective.

Friday 24 May

Adopt a Plant Stall

9:00am – 12:00pmUTS Alumni Green

Did you know that indoor plants purify the air and nurture your soul? Find the perfect plant to add to your collection. Prices range from $2 to $10 with limited stocks available. All proceeds will go to Cancer Council Australia. Register your interest at activateuts.com.au

Green Building Tour

12:00pm – 1:00pmTower Building 1, Level 4 Foyer, Concierge Desk

Take a tour of UTS buildings to learn about their eco features. Email Seb.Crawford@uts.edu.au to book

Sustainable Cocktail Course

5:00pm – 6:30pmThe Loft UTS (upper level)

Learn how to make sustainable, organic cocktails with the hilarious and vibrant team from Trolley’d. Embrace sustainability as you make cocktails with ingredients sourced from local farms and native Australian ingredients. Limited spots available. Must be over 18 years of age. Bookings essential at activateuts.com.au

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