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newsrel -- California small businesses recognized for implementing climate-smart strategies

Posted: 26 Jan 2015 12:47:47
Please consider the following news release from the California
Air Resources Board: http://bit.ly/1ymW1Ld
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 26, 2015

NEWS RELEASE 15-04

CONTACT:

Melanie Turner
(916) 322-2990
melanie.turner@arb.ca.gov


California small businesses recognized for implementing
climate-smart strategies

SACRAMENTO - Today the Air Resources Board announced the winners
of the fifth CoolCalifornia Small Business Awards, recognizing
small businesses that demonstrate leadership and make notable,
voluntary achievements toward reducing their carbon footprint.

“These small business leaders come from all over California, and
whether they are running a plumbing company or a bagel shop, they
are demonstrating that the connection between climate-friendly
business practices and a healthy bottom line is both real and
positive,” ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols said.  

The 16 award winners were selected from competitive applicants,
representing a variety of business sectors from across the state.
These businesses took a number of different actions to save money
and improve their business operations while reducing their
greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impacts. Some of the
steps they took included installing LED lights, solar panels and
energy-efficient equipment; eliminating toxic chemicals and
solvents; using eco-friendly, recycled/reused/repurposed
products; composting food scraps and plant material; installing
aerators on faucets and low-flow toilets; and starting or
enhancing recycling and water conservation programs.

Four businesses received the Business of the Year award for
demonstrating exceptional climate change management practices and
emission reductions, while documenting their cost savings, return
on investment and benefits received from taking specific actions.
Twelve businesses were acknowledged as Climate Leaders for taking
proactive steps to reduce their impact on our climate and
communicating this information to their employees and customers.

The winners come from 15 cities across California and represent a
variety of business types, from manufacturing, dry cleaning,
baking and bowling to floral design, dental health and veterinary
services.

2014 CoolCalifornia Small Business Award Winners

Businesses of the Year:

    Capitola Veterinary Hospital, Capitola
    Ohana Pet Hospital, Ventura
    Precision Labs Calibration, Palmdale
    SRT Consultants, San Francisco


Climate Leaders:

    Allterra Solar, Santa Cruz
    Aperia Technologies Inc., Burlingame
    Capitol Bowl, West Sacramento
    Daisy Rose Floral Design, Sonoma
    Geo. H. Wilson Inc., Santa Cruz
    Lake Merritt Dental, Oakland
    Laura Lawson, DDS, Albany
    Manhattan Bread & Bagel, Manhattan Beach
    Metro Lighting, Berkeley
    Plaza Cleaners, Thousand Oaks
    Studio City Orthodontist, Studio City
    Way To Be Designs, Hayward


The award winners were scored by two-person teams comprised of
staff from public agencies and private businesses.  ARB staff and
leadership further reviewed scores, conducted site visits and
performed environmental reviews to select the 2014 winners.

Awards will be presented to the winning businesses at a ceremony
from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 12, 2015, at the Cal-EPA Building,
1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

CoolCalifornia.org is an online resource providing all
Californians with the information and tools they need to take
climate action. The website features money-saving actions,
climate calculators, case studies and links to financial
incentives to help individuals, small businesses, local
government and youth gain the knowledge needed to take simple
steps for a sustainable future. For more information, visit
www.coolcalifornia.org




California is in a drought emergency.
Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips.

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