Your business may be greener than you think!

Is your business taking steps to reduce energy and water consumption, produce less waste, and provide opportunities for employees and customers to make sustainable choices? Then you may be eligible for the City of Alexandria's Green Business Recognition Program!

To participate, decide which tier is reflective of your business' sustainability efforts. Then, fill out the checklist for that tier to indicate which actions your business is CURRENTLY implementing:

• Tier 1, Bronze: Accessible, low-cost sustainability actions. You must complete all seven actions (and eight and nine, if applicable) under Tier 1 to earn this level of recognition.

• Tier 2, Silver: Strong, demonstrated commitment to sustainable practices. You must meet the requirements for Tier 1 (completing the Tier 1 checklist) and complete the seven (or eight, if applicable) required actions under Tier 2 to earn this level of recognition.

• Tier 3, Gold: Going ‘above and beyond’ in your commitment to sustainability. You must meet the requirements for Tiers 1 and 2 (filling out the checklists for both tiers), complete the six (or seven, if applicable) required actions under Tier 3, and complete ten additional actions (choosing from the provided list and/or providing your own, subject to approval) to earn this level of recognition.

The City will accept applications on a rolling basis. To be recognized in time for holiday promotions, please submit your application by November 15, 2023.

For more information:

Please visit the program website for guidance on completing the actions as well as more information about the program and what recognition could mean for you and your business. The Resource Guide (PDF) is also available on the program website.

You can also contact the City Sustainability Coordinator, Samantha Heitsch: Samantha.Heitsch@alexandriava.gov.

NOTE FOR FILLING OUT THE APPLICATION:

There is not an option to save the form and return later. The form may reset if you click out of the tab.

We suggest preparing your answers ahead of time so that you can fill out and submit the form in one sitting. To help with this, there is a PDF copy of the application on the program website.