Green Business Resource-GLEE

Green Business Resource

As a Green Business Partner, you now have access to the many links offering information, rebates, discounts energy audits and more.

As the Green Business Certification Program expands with more participants, we hope to offer additional opportunities for our Partners.

Check out the links below to find tips, programs, products and other businesses that can help you green your way to a GBP Certification and beyond!

GREEN PRODUCTS
	Footprints Earth Friendly Products 2010 Proline Catalog Now you can use cleaning products that are non-toxic, smell good and get the job done. It's time to stop using harmful chemicals in the name of cleanliness! Eco Products for Businesses Reduce your footprint by using bio-degradable goods instead of plastic and styrofoam. The more you order the more you save! Help us create a buying club for cost savings while reducing your dependence on petrochemicals. Your customers will appreciate your efforts and so will future generations.
WATER CONSERVATION
	South Florida Water Management District Find a wide variety of ways to manage commercial and industrial water use that save water and money. Waterwise Planting guides are also available by calling SFWMD Keys Service Center at 305-453-1275.
	Florida Water CHAMP The Water Conservation Hotel and Motel Program (Water CHAMP) helps hotels and motels save water and money while practicing more efficient housekeeping and landscaping.
	EPA Watersense WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, makes it easy for Americans to save water and protect the environment.
	American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association ARCSA promotes rainwater catchment systems in the United States through educational opportunities and the exchange of information at our Web site and through our workshops. Our membership consists of professionals working in city, state, and federal government, academia, manufacturers and suppliers of rainwater harvesting equipment, consultants, and other interested individuals.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
	Keys Energy Services Rebate Program To help customers invest in energy efficient appliances and equipment, Keys Energy Services (KEYS) now offers rebates for qualified, energy-efficient products like solar water heaters, programmable thermostats, clothes washers, refrigerators, and air conditioners.
	Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Energy Audit Offers examples of the most effective ways to help you conserve energy, lower cost and gain control over the electricity used in your home. Also, at your request, and at no cost to you, an FKEC Member Service Representative will come to your home or business and perform an energy audit. You can also audit your own energy consumption online.
	Portfolio Manager is an interactive energy management tool that allows you to track and assess energy and water consumption across your entire portfolio of buildings in a secure online environment. Whether you own, manage, or hold properties for investment, Portfolio Manager can help you set investment priorities, identify under-performing buildings, verify efficiency improvements, and receive EPA recognition for superior energy performance.
	GLEE's list of known solar related contractors/installers operating in Monroe County (Listed in alphabetical order by company name.) The following companies are in SE Florida and are available to do work in the Florida Keys. These companies were identified by past participation in GLEE Expos, membership in the Fla. Solar Energy Industries Association or through FindSolar.com. Information compiled by Doug Gregory (drg@ufl.edu).
WASTE REDUCTION
	GLEE R4: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & Rot Find out everything you need to know about Recycling in the Keys.
	Monroe County Hazardous Waste Drop Off Pulling your hair trying to figure out where you can safely get rid of the hazardous waste piling up in your cabinets and garage? Several times each month Monroe County Public Works—Solid Waste, provides County residents with the opportunity to dispose of those hazardous products and substances, at the local Transfer Stations, free of charge. Electronic Waste is also accepted Here is a list of all Licensed Monroe County Haulers.
	EPA WasteWise Program WasteWise helps its partners meet goals to reduce and recycle municipal solid waste and selected industrial wastes. EPA Materials & Waste Exchange Information on markets for buying and selling reusable and recyclable commodities.
	Plug-In To eCycling is a partnership program between EPA and leading consumer electronics manufacturers, retailers, and mobile service providers that fosters and promotes opportunities for individuals to donate or recycle their electronics.
	The Dangers of Plastic Bags Data released by the United States Environmental Protection Agency shows that somewhere between 500 billion and a trillion plastic bags are consumed worldwide each year. Watch this powerpoint presentation to learn more about how these plastic bags are so drastically affecting our world, and what positive actions we can take to make a change.
	Waste Art A powerpoint presentation of the exhibit "Running the Numbers, an American Self Portait", of photographer Chris Jordan, highlighting the millions of objects that accumulate in the planet, well beyond our sight. The numbers mentioned were obtained from the quantities of waste discarded only in the United States.
	Bottled Water: Do we need it? Watch this powerpoint presentation on the affects bottled water can have on individuals and the environment.
	Florida Pollution Prevention Roundtable The Florida Pollution Prevention Roundtable (FLPPR) is an organization incorporated as a Florida non- profit corporation in April , 2002 whose mission is to establish a forum for identifying, coordinating, and promoting voluntary Pollution Prevention (P2) activities and resources throughout the State of Florida. Here you will find many downloads for reducing pollution.
TRANSPORTATION
	Key West Public Trasportation Navigate Key West easily, leaving your car behind.
OTHER CLEAN & GREEN PROGRAMS
	Florida Green Lodging The Florida Green Lodging Program is a voluntary initiative of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that designates and recognizes lodging facilities that make a commitment to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources.
	Florida Clean Marina The Florida Clean Marina Programs are designed to bring awareness to marine facilities and boaters regarding environmentally friendly practices intended to protect and preserve Florida’s natural environment.
	Florida Keys Green Thumb Certification Program "GreenThumb Certified" Nurseries educate their clientele about the "Keys Friendly" landscaping principles that will help you create a Keys landscape that will bloom and grow.
	Green Chill GreenChill's Store Certification Program for Food Retail Stores is a GreenChill program to recognize individual stores for using environmentally friendlier commercial refrigeration systems. There are two levels of certification that a store can achieve: gold and silver.
Green Business Publications
	FLORIDA KEYS GREEN BUSINESS GUIDE
	The Green Biz Newsletter The latest news, tools, and resources every Monday morning. It's the best of GreenBiz.com, and a great way to start the week.