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Welcome

Until Further Notice: The Sonoma Green Business Program is in a pilot effort.  Be aware that Green Business certification is a time-intensive process.  It is also a great opportunity for businesses to examine their own operations and identify additional measures to implement in the areas of solid waste reduction and recycling, energy conservation, water conservation, and pollution prevention.  Because of the number of applications, a delay in processing businesses through certification procedures may result.  Thank you for your patience as we evaluate the pilot program to determine the best strategies to continue to serve the Sonoma County business community.

The Sonoma Green Business Program is a partnership of government agencies and utilities that assists, recognizes, and promotes local organizations, focusing on small- to medium-sized consumer-oriented businesses that volunteer to operate in a more environmentally responsible way. To be certified, participants must be in compliance with all environmental regulations and meet PDF File program standards for conserving resources, preventing pollution, and minimizing waste.

A Green Business…

  • Is recognized as an environmental leader
  • Strengthens its bottom line through operating efficiencies
  • Improves employee morale and creates an overall healthy workplace
  • Demonstrates community good will
  • Holds a marketing edge

Green Businesses receive recognition through:

  • A recognition ceremony hosted by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors
  • The Sonoma Green Business Program website and the Bay Area Green Business Program website
  • Media coverage, promotional events, and special recognition
  • Window decals, certificates, and promotional materials for your business
  • The Green Business logo to use in your advertising

See Becoming Green to learn how your business can get certified, or download and complete the application and email to SonomaGreen@sonoma-county.org or fax to (707) 565-7231.

Some actions Green Businesses take:

  • Buying recycled paper and copying double-sided
  • Cleaning with less toxic products
  • Using efficient lighting systems to save energy
  • Walking, biking, taking transit or buying hybrid vehicles
  • Remodeling with green materials and low-VOC paint
  • Recycling office paper and ink cartridges
  • Conserving water with high-efficiency toilets and faucet aerators
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