Partners in Project Green

Those of us who are from Ontario are likely aware of the ever so large industrial zone that surrounds the city of Toronto. It’s certainly nothing to bat an eye at, but it exists because we are all human and want things. While the area may remain an eye sore, businesses within the industrial zone of the Pearson International Airport are beginning to change. Someone finally came up with an idea to not only keep their organization’s competitive edge, but give them are better sense of responsibility within the community.

“Partners in Project Green is a growing community of businesses working together to green their bottom line by creating an internationally-recognized 'eco-business zone' around Toronto Pearson” (GTAA Partners in Project Green). This project allows organizations to adopt more sustainable business practices. This means that businesses will become more aware of their impacts on the environment and what they can do to cut back on their negative effects. It also brings a new competitive edge to the business world as these industries are now able to boast about their green initiatives and how they set them apart from the rest.

Given that the industrial zone around the Pearson International Airport is quite large and includes many businesses and organizations, this could only prove to benefit those living outside of that community. Since the world of business is so competitive, this could inspire other businesses to do their part and show their community what they can do for them.

For more information on this organization and a list of their partners they have recruited visit their website at www.partnersinprojectgreem.com . So far their partners include mostly local municipalities as well as other local businesses such as Molson who just signed on late 2008.