The County of Marin supports local businesses with sustainability efforts through the Marin Green Business Program. By offering technical assistance and certification, the program helps small to medium-sized businesses and non-profits save money, conserve resources, reduce pollution, and lower their carbon footprint.
For residents: Support local Green Businesses
Choosing Certified Green Businesses supports local businesses that are taking action to reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution, and address climate change.
More than 4,000 businesses are part of the California Green Business Network across the state, including:
- Restaurants
- Retail and grocery stores
- Landscapers and construction
- Hotels
- Cleaning services
- Home-based businesses
- Auto repair shops
- Nonprofits
- Real estate, legal, and other professional services
For businesses: Why get certified?
Get free support to make your business more sustainable and earn recognition as a Marin Green Business. Our staff can help you find practical ways to reduce your environmental impact and connect with resources and rebates.
Benefits include:
- Hands-on support – Get guidance, resources, and technical assistance to help your business meet and go beyond environmental rules.
- Lower costs – Find ways to save energy, conserve water, and reduce waste.
- County recognition – Earn Green Business recognition from the County of Marin and receive a window decal and digital logo to promote your achievement.
- Customer visibility – Get listed in the California Green Business Directory and access opportunities for recognition through social media, local advertising, and community events.
- A healthier workplace – Use practices that can help create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable workplace.
Cost
This program is free for businesses based in Marin County.
Ready to get started?
Take these four easy steps to become a Marin Green Business!
- Register for the Green Business Program to receive a checklist of green business practices for your business type.
- Schedule a consultation by emailing Raretl@ZnevaPbhagl.tbi.
- Complete any necessary action items.
- Submit completed checklist
If you have questions while you're filling out the application, contact us:
- Phone: 415-473-2797. Dial 711 for CA relay.
- Email us
Related
- Find Certified Green businesses near you Visit the statewide Green Business directory.
- Sign up to be a Green Business Get started on your Marin Green Business certification with the Greenbiz Tracker portal.
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