About
Transform your business. Protect the planet.
USGBC California is partnering with the Cities of Los Angeles, Encinitas, La Mesa, and Vista to help local businesses go green, save money, and stand out. Through the California Green Business Certification Program, you’ll receive expert guidance and tools to:
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Lower utility costs
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Reduce your pollution footprint
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Create a healthier workplace
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Attract eco-conscious customers
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Join a growing network of sustainability-minded companies
Why Get Certified?
As an integral part of the California Green Business Network, this program delivers real impact:
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400,000+ metric tons of GHG emissions mitigated
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100,000+ metric tons of waste diverted from landfills
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742 million gallons of water saved
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20,000+ gallons of hazardous waste safely removed
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$18 million+ in utility savings
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4,700+ certified businesses and 23,000+ supported
What You’ll Gain
The program offers guidance in key sustainability areas:
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Energy Efficiency: Upgrade lighting, HVAC, and appliances
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Waste Reduction: Improve recycling and purchasing practices
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Water Conservation: Reduce water usage and improve systems
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Pollution Prevention: Eliminate harmful materials and behaviors
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Sustainable Transportation: Encourage greener options for commuting
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Culture of Sustainability: Engage your team in green goals
Plus:
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Visibility in the California Green Business Network Directory
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Social media highlights
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$500 rebate for completing key actions
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Access to local utility rebates (LADWP, SoCalGas, and more)
How to Get Certified
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Apply Online – Fill out a simple application form
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Assessment Kickoff – Meet with us to set a timeline and start your checklist
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Get Support – We’ll help you complete the measures using tools, funding, and resources
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Get Certified! – Receive a certificate from your city and be listed in the statewide public directory of green businesses
Success Stories
Encinitas Businesses Celebrate Sustainability with Green Ribbon Cutting
Small Businesses Making Big Impact Going Green
Los Angeles Green Businesses Recognized by the City
Rebates for Your Business
- Public Direct Install Program
- Commercial Building Energy Solutions & Technologies (C-BEST) Program
- Small and medium businesses.
- Grocery and convenience stores energy-efficiency solutions and incentives.
- Hospitality energy-efficiency solutions and incentives.
- Restaurants energy-efficiency solutions and incentives.
- Small Business Savings Program
- Agriculture Energy Efficiency Program
- Controlled environment agriculture energy efficiency solutions and incentives
- Dairy animal production energy efficiency solutions and incentives
- Non-dairy animal production energy efficiency solutions and incentive
- Demand Response Program
- City Plants (Free Tree Programs)
- Zero by Design
- See LADWP’s full list of Rebates and Programs
Program Partners
