New! Click below for a summary of the results of the Chamber's 2009 Sonoma Valley Green Business Survey.
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Green business is good business. The Sonoma Economic Development Partnership has three programs to support, assist, and recognize businesses in their efforts to protect the environment. For more information on any of these programs, or about bringing your green business to Sonoma Valley, contact Laurie Decker, Economic Development Project Manager, at 707-327-7338 or LaurieADecker@comcast.net.
The Sonoma Valley Green Business Recognition program showcases the environmental efforts of local businesses and encourages green business practices throughout the community. Each year, businesses are recognized for green business programs or special projects that can serve as models for other businesses. Recently recognized businesses include :
Arroyo Veterinary Hospital, Baksheesh, Barking Dog Roasters, Benziger Family Winery, BOLT Staffing Services, El Pueblo Inn, The Epicurean Connection, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Friedman's Home Improvement, GeoPraxis Inc., Infineon Raceway, Kenwood Oaks Guest House, MacArthur Place Inn and Spa, Rhapsody, Social Advocates for Youth, Sonoma Hills Retirement Center, Sonoma Market, Sonoma Index-Tribune, Sonoma Valley Bank, Sonoma Valley Film Society, Sonoma Valley Inn, Thomas Anderson & Co., Vella Cheese, Vintage House, Whole Foods Market, Wine Country Film Society, and Wine Country Party & Events.
Local recognition can be a great first step to becoming a Sonoma County Certified Green Business.
The Green Hospitality program supports the Sonoma Valley lodging industry in its efforts to become environmentally friendly. Linen exchange cards sponsored by the Economic Development Partnership are available free to Sonoma Valley inns, small hotels, and B&B's. These laminated cards encourage guests to conserve water by opting not to have towels and sheets changed on a daily basis. The hospitality program also provides outreach to lodging businesses with information about various energy and water conservation incentives and model programs.
To learn more about what's happening in the valley, check out a recent isssue of Sonoma Business magazine devoted to green business.
