Portlands Energy Centre

Rehabilitating a former brownfield site

As part of our commitment to the people of Toronto, in 2011 PEC began planting upwards of 3,000 Indigenous trees and shrubs on what was formerly a brownfield site. These plantings have encouraged wildlife to return to the area and contribute to a cleaner environment for all.

Sponsoring community associations

PEC is a proud sponsor of many fundraising initiatives in Toronto. Over the years it has supported groups including the Toronto Beaches Lacrosse Club, the Ride to Conquer Cancer, Earth Rangers and the Daily Food Bank.

Protecting air and water

With a vision to maintain a positive impact on land, air and water, PEC works with the City of Toronto and the Ministry of the Environment to monitor E. coli in Lake Ontario. The facility has also designed its water intake system to minimize risk to fish in the waterways.

Providing a home for honeybees

Under the guidance of the resident beekeeper, PEC houses six large colonies of honeybees, which help pollinate the 21 hectares our facility sits on, a community garden, Tommy Thompson Park, Cherry Beach and surrounding areas. We even sell our honey at Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market.