Sustainable Development

In the current climate change context, we’re striving to make our homes as sustainable and environmentally friendly as possible. On this page you can find out what we’re up to and how you can actively contribute to our project.

* illustration by jannoon028 on freepik.com

We thank you in advance for your positive impact and your contribution, which we hope will be as great as possible, to a more sustainable world...

Reduced electricity consumption

Close doors and windows when heating or air conditioning is on.
Turn off the lights when you leave a room.
Turn off the heating or air-conditioning when you leave the house or an unoccupied room.
Switch off all electrical appliances (TV, radio, etc.) when not in use.
Set heating to 19°C and air conditioning to 26°C.
When using your washing machine, choose energy-saving programs.
Use the umbrella dryer available near the pool, rather than the electric dryer.

Reduced water consumption

Use the dishwasher (well-stocked) rather than washing up by hand.
When using your washing machine, choose water-saving programs.
Turn off the water when washing your hands or teeth.
Opt for a quick (4 minutes maximum), lukewarm shower rather than a hot bath.
Use economical double-push flushes with small and large quantities of water.
Cover the pool with the cover or bubble wrap if not in use (except during heatwaves).
Do not "bomb" the pool.

Waste sorting

Glass: metal baskets are available in the kitchen near the fridge for storing empties before disposing of them in one of the glass bubbles located near the stadium/City Park or in downtown Montreal, along the highway (see map).
Paper/cardboard: metal baskets are available in the kitchen near the fridge for storing paper and cardboard (Caution: no cardboard!!!) before disposing of them in the paper bubble located in the center of Montreal, along the road (see map).
A "yellow" garbage can is available in the kitchen (near the fridge) for sorting plastics, metal cans, trays, tubes, bags, etc. (see the explanatory page on the fridge or in the welcome booklet). Garbage bags can be deposited in the containers provided near the Mairie de Montréal (see map).
Composting area located near the pétanque court for household waste and biodegradable materials. Wooden compost bin (Douglas fir) made in Ardèche.
All other waste goes into the "classic" garbage can also available in the kitchen (stainless steel garbage can near the terrace door). Garbage bags can be placed in the designated bins near Montréal town hall.