Vancouver Tales: Chapter 1- the Convention Center

Words can not express how dynamic the Vancouver trip was. The best part of Vancouver is that Sustainability is put into action. From the Convention Center, we saw the beauty of the Harbour and Green Park shown below but the real story is how the people have taken care of their City throguh responsible recycling and compost.  The Vancouver Convention Center complete with green roofs, efficient lighting and recycled wood was a site to see. The fish habitat was incorporated into the building structure foundation as to not disturb the natural habitat.

They have won the highest of the high as they are the first convention center in the world to earn LEED^® Platinum rating.













The really cool story was about the bees! They were so cool and the tour guide told us that people enjoyed watching the bees do what they do best, swarm and gather nectar to make honey. The honey is given away as a treat for dignitaries and guests. Super cool.

On another note, there were dignataries and children that were visiting the center and they too are having the chance to learn sustainable practices by merely being there. Guests are encouraged to walk versus taking taxis, recycle and make the most sustainable visit they can make.