The Green Business Bureau's Green business certification is a program that helps companies implement environmentally responsible practices in the workplace and gives them visibility for doing so.
Members become certified and recognized for their positive environmental impact.
The program has three tiers, depending on points achieved for activities: "aware"; "gold" and "platinum". Companies can display the GBB green business certification logo once enrolled and having completed at least 5 of the prerequisite activities.
On-site verification of reports is provided by verified eco-consultants from Green Irene.
Learn more: Green Business Bureau website
Conformity with Green Business Bureau's standard is verified by an independent organization (third party).
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Last updated: 20 January 2012