Initiated by Toronto Pearson and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Partners in Project Green (PPG) is a not-for-profit community of leaders advancing environmental action and economic prosperity across the GTA.
Comprised of businesses, government, institutions and utilities, PPG works to collectively advance social and environmental sustainability through knowledge sharing, technology and infrastructure implementation, and network building.
Who We Are
Thanks to Toronto Pearson and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and our regional municipal partners, Region of Peel, City of Toronto, and York Region, Partners in Project Green (PPG) has been connecting and inspiring sustainability minded organizations since 2008.
Our Vision: Create an internationally recognized community of leaders advancing environmental action and economic prosperity across the GTA.
What We Do
Partners in Project Green helps individual organizations and the GTA business community as a whole become more sustainable. We provide operational support, tools, and resources that lower costs, increase reach, and guide Members into the new net-zero economy.
We are a Member-based community for anyone learning about the green economy, looking to connect, or working to make their business more sustainable. Our community consists of individuals, businesses of any size, and our municipal partners.
PPG operates in four key areas – Energy Performance, Waste Management, Water Stewardship, and Employee Engagement. We measure Our Impact and report on our results.
Join us for an event, search our library of resources, collaborate, or share your successes and become a leader in sustainable business practices.
History
In 2008, a decade long partnership between Toronto Pearson and TRCA yielded an exceptional idea – a network of like-minded businesses working together towards advancing the community and local economy. This idea evolved to include government, institutions, and utilities and was named Partners in Project Green (PPG).
Today, PPG facilitates programs, projects, events, networking, and resource sharing. This means we create, collect and curate knowledge and share it in the form of case studies, business guides, and information hubs. We also offer events, webinars, training, and tours, and make connections among our Members.
Our Service Area
As a program of the TRCA, PPG is open to any business, municipality or individual operating within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
To learn more about how to become a Member of PPG, click here.
Our Impact
In 2023, the Partners in Project Green community achieved remarkable milestones that demonstrate our unwavering commitment to creating a sustainable future. Through 34 successful events, we were able to deliver 1595 hours of valuable education to learners. Our members also took concrete action to combat climate change by saving enough energy to heat 5.2 million homes and planting 1000 trees and shrubs during PPG’s annual tree planting events.
Partners in Project Green members drove environmental results through our innovative programs including our innovative Circular Economy Leaders Consortium, Material Exchange, Energy Leaders Consortium, and the Recycling Collection Drive. These achievements inspire us to continue our efforts towards building a greener, more sustainable world for generations to come.
Here is a quick snapshot of Partners in Project Green’s achievements from 2018 – 2023!
Governance
As a program of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Partners in Project Green’s (PPG) Executive Management Committee (EMC) is a sub-committee of the TRCA Board of Directors and is comprised of PPG Members.
The EMC is chaired by Toronto Pearson and an elected business co-chair.
The committee is elected by the Board of Directors every two years and meets four times a year. These meetings are open to the public. The EMC provides strategic oversight and acts as a catalyst for new ideas, innovation and excellence in the improvement of environmental and social impacts through our programs. To learn more or view past meeting minutes, visit TRCA.
Structure
Executive Management Committee 2022-2025
Meet the Team
Senior Manager,
Sustainable Communities
👋 Meet Jenn
Jennifer has 14+ years of experience working with broad stakeholder groups to achieve common goals. She brings her expertise in project management, governance, strategy development and communications to advance environmental sustainability and economic prosperity in the GTA. Jennifer enjoys anything that gets her out into the great outdoors, especially hiking, and diving into a good book.
Program Manager,
Waste Management & Water Stewardship
👋 Meet Chaya
Chaya is passionate about community building and supporting innovative solutions, specifically water and waste, to mobilize climate action. She brings over 15 years of experience, working with local and international non-profit organizations engaging diverse stakeholders to design and deliver environmental programs. In her free time, Chaya enjoys cooking for family and friends, spending time outdoors, reading, and travelling.
Program Manager,
Energy Performance
👋 Meet Matt
Matt manages PPG’s energy performance programs including the Energy Leaders Consortium. He brings over 8 years experience in energy efficiency programming, climate change impact assessments, and information session development. Matt enjoys a good book, watching Netflix, and adventuring through travel or camping locally.
Program Manager,
Membership and Business Engagement
👋 Meet Saba
Coordinator,
Membership & Business Engagement
👋 Meet Julia
Julia is the main point of contact for our PPG members and our sustainable business community. She brings 10+ years of experience working in non-profit environments in event coordination, developing and maintaining stakeholder relations, implementing programs, employee engagement and presentation delivery. When not at work, Julia is out horseback riding, hiking any new trail she can find, playing hockey, or exploring towns and attractions all over Ontario.
Coordinator,
Waste Management & Water Stewardship
👋 Meet Darlene
Darlene coordinates water and waste programming at PPG, including overseeing the Material Exchange Program. Darlene is passionate about helping individuals and organizations reach their sustainability goals through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. In her free time, Darlene enjoys anything active, including hiking, biking, and martial arts, and she can be found nose-deep in a good book.
Coordinator,
Events and Communications
👋 Meet Charlotte
Charlotte oversees all aspects of PPG events and communications. Charlotte has a background in science communication and environmental education program development, and is passionate about bringing together diverse communities and voices to drive climate action. Outside of work, she loves reading, running and hosting dinner parties.
Coordinator,
Energy Performance
👋 Meet Ritika
Ritika supports the energy performance programs at PPG. She brings 7+ years of experience, having worked with corporates and global not-for-profits in the energy and circular economy space. Ritika is passionate about climate action and decarbonization initiatives. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, hiking, dancing, and reading.
Want to get in touch? Please email PPG@trca.ca with the staff member you wish to speak to in the subject line and we can help you get connected with the right PPG staff.