Certified Business

When you are a certified green business it shows your community and customers that sustainability is your priority. 

It shows your commitment to taking action to conserve resources and prevent pollution in your facility and operations. It sets the example to your community that your business complies with environmental regulations in the areas of water, energy, pollution prevention and air quality which leads the path to inspire other businesses to become green certified.

Some Common Green Business Practices

 

Green Businesses implement practices that lead to cost savings in energy, water, and garbage bills and we provide the free technical assistance to help businesses make lasting changes.

Reduce Water Use
Low flow toilets and auto-off faucets

 

Conserve Energy
Upgrade lighting and equipment to save energy

 

Commute Sustainably
Promote and incentivize alternative transportation for employees

 

Prevent Pollution
Eliminate and/or properly dispose of harmful chemicals

 

Use Non-Toxic Cleaners
Use safer, environmentally preferable cleaning chemicals

 

Avoid Waste
Eliminate unnecessary packaging, printing, and purchasing

 

Recycle Materials
Divert waste from the landfill through reuse, recycling and composting

 

Hire Local Vendors
Working locally means less vehicle use