Many businesses have taken steps to incorporate sustainable practices into their operations and have improved their performance, but until now, customers had no way of recognizing which businesses were going "green."  The City of Santa Monica, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Chamber of Commerce and Sustainable Works have joined together to certify and recognize green businesses in our community.

Join a growing number of business leaders improving the local economy, environment and quality of life.

It makes good business sense!

A Green Business...

• Conserves resources and prevents pollution
• Protects environmental and public health
• Strengthens its bottom line through operating efficiencies
• Improves employee morale
• Holds a marketing edge over the competition
• Is recognized as a business leader

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Why become a certified green business?

Recognition for your green practices:

• Window decal or certificate for your business
• Logo for use in your promotional materials

Promote your successes:

• Free advertising in local media
• Press coverage, promotional events and special recognition
• Presence on various websites, including the SM Convention and Visitors Bureau, Chamber of Commerce and here: Participants
• City and agency newsletters
• Santa Monica Chamber members receive special recognition in the Business Directory

Get cost savings:

• Discounts on advertising in the SM Daily Press and the SM Mirror
• Free consultation with resource efficiency experts in energy and water use
• Cost savings from resource use reduction

Join the green business community:

• Regular email updates
• Information on new programs, rebates, regulations, and events
• Green business networking opportunities

Contact Sustainable Works at 310.458.8716 x2 for more information on obtaining Green Business Certification or visit the project website at www.smgbc.org