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Partner Program
Sustainable Sarasota staff provide resources and assistance for partners in the following areas:
-Development of an environmental business policy
-Strategic planning to execute the environmental policy
-Energy efficiency audits and recommendations, including financing improvements
-Water efficiency audits and recommendations
-Solid waste assessment and waste reduction recommendation
-Improvement of recycling and hazardous waste programs
-Development of environmentally preferable procurement programs
-Development of marketing programs and messages to demonstrate the businesses
commitment to sustainability
-Improvements in fleet fuel efficiency
-Environmental landscaping and integrated pest management recommendations
-Green building and energy-efficient technology recommendations
Benefits
Businesses, non-profits and all organizations of all types benefit from:
Reduced Costs
-Reduced wastes and associated hauling cost
-Increased energy efficiency and reduced energy bills
-Increased water efficiency and reduced water bills
-Improve systems and process efficiency and reduced materials costs
-Enhance worker productivity to reduce hiring costs
Enhanced Worker Productivity
-Improved work environment
-Increased employee morale in response to sustainability policies
Increased Market Share
-Access to a new market of progressive-minded consumers
-Tap into the local network for marketing "green" products and services
-Promotion through Sustainable Sarasota media, such as website, newsletter, displays, public events, and local media outlets
-Participation and networking in Sustainable Sarasota Community Partners Meetings
Get Started
The first step to becoming a Sustainable Sarasota Partner is to contact Jodi John at 941-861-5656 or attend one of the monthly Community Partners Meetings.
Next, sign the Sustainable Sarasota Partner Pledge and begin working with our staff to incorporate sustainability throughout your business or organization.
There are various levels of support available to partners who would like to advance their commitment to sustainability. Advanced partnership levels offer greater opportunities for marketing. If you are already a Sustainable Sarasota Partner, please contact us about our advanced partnership opportunities!
Community Partners Meeting
Attend the next monthly meeting to learn about sustainability and network with local leaders.
Sustainable Sarasota Partner Agreement
View and download the pledge supported by Sustainable Sarasota and its Community Partners.
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