What is the Green Business Program?
The Green Business Program is a voluntary regional program for certifying and recognizing businesses that operate using environmentally sound practices. The Program is primarily designed for small and medium sized businesses.
Businesses are evaluated on measures in four areas: water and energy conservation, pollution prevention, and solid waste reduction/recycling. The Program provides checklists for implementing the measures and provides flexibility for meeting them.
The Program was developed by Bay Area local governments in collaboration with US EPA, Cal EPA Department of Toxic Substances Control and the business community. The Association of Bay Area Governments coordinates the Program, which is implemented by Green Business Coordinators in nine participating counties. The City of Palo Alto is a partner and provides funding for this Program.
How do I become a certified Green Business?
Contact the County of Santa Clara Green Business Coordinator and enroll in the Program. The County Coordinator will assist you with every step of the process- from reviewing the environmental measures your business has already implemented, scheduling water, energy and waste assessments, to identifying additional ways to improve your business practices.
Santa Clara County Green Business Coordinator
408-282-3169 or visit Greenbiz.sccgov.org
Is there a cost to participate?
No, there is no charge to become a certified Green Business.
How long will it take to become a certified Green Business?
Most businesses can complete the process is two to six months.
What Palo Alto Businesses have been certified?
Follow the link at the bottom of this page to view profiles of certified Palo Alto Green Businesses.
Where can I get more information on other certified Green Businesses in the Bay Area?
Visit www.abag.org/bayarea/enviro/gbus/gb.html
