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Why We're Doing this Program
Many moved to Contra Costa for the beauty of the hills and the water. We want to
protect this environment in every way. Working with our businesses to green
their operations—and recognizing them for their inspiring efforts—is one
more way to do this. We want to show that a business can be both green and
profitable at the same time. And we want to encourage residents to shop at
these local businesses to support them.
Our Accomplishments Thus Far
We've certified over 300 businesses in Contra Costa! Including
over 10% of the auto repair shops, as well as landscapers, printers,
grocery and hardware stores, solar panel installers, home remodelers,
and everything in between!
Numerous public agencies have been certified because the partners think
it's important to show that government is walking the same walk as the
private sector.
The Bay Area Green Business Program received the coveted Governor's
Award for Environmental & Economic Leadership—because of our successful
work in promoting sustainability with businesses.
But by far the most important accomplishments have been the actions
taken by businesses to protect and preserve our environment. We believe
that what's good for the environment is also good for business.
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Watch our video to hear our Green Businesses
discuss the benefits of being certified green!
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Program
Expanded
As of July 1, 2002, the program expanded to all businesses, not just
auto repair and printers. This includes every type of business—health clubs,
restaurants, hotels, stores, consultants, as well as small and light industrial
facilities.
Partners
Contra Costa Hazardous Materials, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District,
Contra Costa Clean Water Program, Mt. View Sanitary District, Delta
Diablo Sanitation District, West County Wastewater District, Richmond
Fire & Wastewater, San Ramon Valley Fire, County Fire, West Contra
Costa Integrated Waste Management Authority, Central Contra Costa Solid
Waste Authority, Cities of Antioch, Brentwood, Concord, Danville, Martinez,
Pittsburg, San Ramon & Walnut Creek; Contra Costa County Watershed Program,
Contra Costa Water District, East Bay Municipal Utilities District, PG&E,
and Bay Area Air Quality Management District.
For
More Information
Claudia Pingatore
925-646-2286
cpingatore@hsd.cccounty.us
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