Benefits

Recognition for your green practices:

  • Green Business Certification (GBC) digital graphic for promotional materials
  • GBC window decals to post 
  • Customized framed GBC certificate 
  • Priority enrollment in utility efficiency programs
  • High profile business listings and promotional benefits
  • Membership and listing in the California Green Business Network

Local promotion of green successes:

  • City and agency newsletters
  • Business Spotlight in City Sustainable Samo monthly newsletter (8,000+ recipients)
  • Listing on other websites and directories; Santa Monica Travel and Tourism, SM Chamber of Commerce (Chamber members only)
  • City-wide social media promotion

Cost savings:

  • Free consultations and guidance with Sustainability experts
  • Accelerated priority enrollment in utility efficiency programs including free LED retrofits for eligible businesses 
  • Free water conserving tools, eco-preferred product samples, and solutions to run a more resource efficient business

**BIPOC/Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ, and certified minority-owned businesses are strongly encouraged to apply!

Join the Sustainable Santa Monica business community:

  • Information on new programs, rebates, and regulations
  • Invitation to exclusive Sustainable Santa Monica events
  • Multiple Green business networking opportunities
  • Recognition at Awards events