The Department of the Environment points to several reasons for converting your business into a green business. Some reasons include:

  • Save money by reducing water, electric and garbage costs
  • Encourage healthy employees and increase productivity
  • Make your business stand out from the competition
  • Enjoy acknowledgment from the City of San Francisco for your commitment to the environment
  • Walk the talk by reinforcing your business commitment to sustainability 
  • Build partnerships with other San Francisco green businesses
  • Do your part to conserve our Bay Area limited resources

You can get more tips on how to run a green business on the San Francisco Office of Small Business website.