Green Business Program
The Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Green Business Program offers free tools and services to help Seattle area businesses reduce costs, gain a competitive edge, and contribute to a clean and healthy community.
SPU also helps Seattle businesses understand and stay in compliance with relevant regulations. Take advantage of free resources and assistance from a Green Business specialist and become eligible for recognition through the EnviroStars green business recognition program.
Watch this video to learn more about the free tools and services that the SPU Green Business program provides to Seattle businesses:
Recycle, Compost, & Reduce Waste
SPU helps businesses maximize what they recycle, compost, and reuse to reduce waste and save up to 30% on their waste bills. SPU supports Seattle businesses to switch to reusable packaging and to comply with the city’s recycling and composting requirements and food service packaging requirements. We also offer free recycling and composting trainings and bin signage. Learn more about how to reduce waste.
Prevent Water Pollution
Businesses can protect Seattle's waterways from pollution by managing stormwater outside their buildings, keeping trash out of toilets, and properly handling fats, oils, and grease in the kitchen. Our laws require Seattle businesses to help protect our waterways. Learn more about water pollution.
Save Water
SPU offers tips, tools, and rebates to business and property managers to help them use water efficiently and save on water and sewer bills. Water is important to us, our environment, and future generations. Learn more about saving water.
Contact Us
You can contact us by email at GreenBusiness@seattle.gov or by phone at (206) 343-8505. Language options by phone are listed below:
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