Green business is good business! Click here for the results of the Chamber's 2009 Sonoma Valley Green Business Survey:
The Sonoma Valley Economic Development Partnership has implemented several initiatives 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 Linen Exchange Card program supports the Sonoma Valley lodging industry in its efforts to become environmentally friendly. Laminated linen exchange cards sponsored by the Economic Development Partnership are available free to Sonoma Valley inns, small hotels, and B&B's. These cards encourage guests to conserve water by opting not to have towels and sheets changed on a daily basis.
The Greening Your Sonoma Valley Wine Country Event guide is a downloadable brochure providing tips and resources for planning events that take advantage of Sonoma's cultural and historical resources, and encourages shopping locally to reduce the event's environmental footprint and to access local sustainable products and services.
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 sustainability projects or initiatives that can serve as models for other local businesses. To date, recognized businesses include:
Arroyo Veterinary Hospital, Baksheesh, Barking Dog Roasters, Benziger Family Winery,
BOLT Staffing Services, Broadway Catering and Events, 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.
Businesses are encouraged to consider becoming a Sonoma County Certified Green Business.
Click here for more green business info, or see the resource links below.
