Certification Seals
Continuous improvement. Recognized.
What are the Seals?
Marks of achievement awarded to companies transitioning into more sustainable practices, embracing the concepts of the Triple Bottom Line and Corporate Social Responsibility.
Levels
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| Initial qualification level | Second qualification level | Highest level achievable within program |
| Tackle "low-hanging fruit" | Show improvements beyond initial certification | Demonstrate commitment towards 3P (triple bottom line) throughout company |
| Initiate low or no-cost improvements | Integrate 3P (triple bottom line) into core operations | Beyond "Going Green": Serve as center for community engagement and education |
| Reduce electric consumption | Engage partners and suppliers on sustainability | Promote best practices to other businesses |
| Save water | Strive to work with companies of similar missions | Integrate volunteer efforts into company mission |
| Minimize waste | Seek continual improvements |
History of the Seals
The staff at GreenProfit Solutions toiled laboriously on designing a program which was credible, attainable, and affordable. At the onset, organizations with existing standards for various aspects of the new program were identified. Best practices were derived from:
- USGBC’s LEED standards
- California Green Business Program
- ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems
- EPA Energy Star & WasteWise (GreenProfit Solutions is an Energy Star Partner & WasteWise Endorser)
What Makes these Seals a Certification?
By partnering with the EPA’s programs, a variety of standardized tools and metrics became available for company audits. Additionally, academic resources as well as representatives of various industries across the entire United States were surveyed to ensure program competency.
All member companies must follow a carefully designed process for transitioning business practices - How it Works. Upon completion, the Guidelines are submitted to in-house specialists. Pending successful review, the company is deemed qualified and the appropriate certification level is awarded. Each year, members must re-certify, and all are encouraged to pursue continuous improvement for achievement of the next higher level.
CEO Statement on Certification
Certified Approved Green Businesses take an active role in educating and motivating employees, customers, and members, encouraging new ideas on sustainability for use in the office and at home. Presence of these Seals provides consumer confidence of that company’s social and environmental policies.
Testimonials: Benefitting from the Seals
For additional information on the Seals and best usage guidelines, please Contact Us.
Disclaimer: GreenProfit Solutions, Inc. is not affiliated with or endorsed by the USGBC or California Green Business Program.
