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Green Business Partnership
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Did You Know ...
Compact fluorescent bulbs last 10-13 times longer and use a
quarter of the energy of incandescent bulbs?
Remanufactured toner cartridges for printers and copiers cost
about a third the price of new cartridges?
For every 8-yard garbage dumpster that is converted to an
8-yard recycling container for mixed paper, you can save as much
as $170 per month in garbage fees?
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Green Business Partnership
is open to all businesses in Sarasota County, regardless of type
or size, that implement environmental standards documented
through an on-site certification assessment. Certification is
valid for three years, after which a recertification process
will be required. Certification may be revoked if a later site
assessment reveals that a business no longer meets the
certification standards.
Becoming a green partner
To become a certified Green Business
Partner, your company must:
- Commit the program by agreeing to display the program
seal and adopting the following Green Business Pledge:
[Name of business] believes that a successful
business is dependent upon a healthy environment. We
pledge to demonstrate our environmental stewardship by
reducing waste and conserving natural resources, and by
operating an environmentally responsible business.
- Implement the required environmental standards, as
indicated on the application and checklist.
- Participate in an on-site visit to verify that your
business meets the required standards.
Then enjoy the environmental and business benefits of being a
Green Business Partner.
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