Did you know that the City of Goleta is home to many certified Green Businesses? These local businesses have gone above and beyond to achieve certification through the Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County. Certified Green Businesses conserve resources and save money by implementing sustainability measures in the areas of energy conservation and efficiency, water conservation and efficiency, waste minimization, recycling, environmentally preferable purchasing practices, and transportation. To see a list of Goleta Green Businesses, visit the Green Business Program’s website here: https://search.greenbusinessca.org/

Do you own a business in Santa Barbara County?  

Now is a great time to become a Certified Green Business! The California Green Business Network (CAGBN), in partnership with the California Environmental Protection Agency, has rebates available to assist businesses with the updates and upgrades that are required to become a Certified Green Business. Up to $500 per business is available on first-come first-served basis, until the available funds are spent. The rebates can be used to cover the cost of expenses such as low-flow water fixtures, recycled paper, reusable utensils and eco-friendly cleaning products.

For more information on the Green Business Program, contact Frances Gilliland at (805) 729-3472 or email coordinator@greenbizsbc.org.  Ready to sign up? Visit www.greenbusinessca.org/SantaBarbaraCounty