New Chamber Member Benefit

The Chamber announced the official launch of the Partnership for a Sustainable Community on January 6, 2010. 

Members that join the Partnership will receive an easy-to-use carbon calculator designed to guide a business through a review of its current business practices while offering dozens of suggestions for improving energy efficiency and ultimately, reduce costs. As of January 6, a 30-Day Community Challenge has been issued to encourage businesses to sign up for the Partnership without delay. 

Those who enroll before February 8 will receive 10% off orders of recycled paper from Office Depot, a window decal to display signifying participation, and the opportunity to utilize a community webinar on January 14.

The webinar was organized to be an informational walk-through of the carbon calculator, and a Q&A session will follow.  Businesses may participate from their home or office computer, or come down to the Chamber offices. 

Modeled after innovative programs in other U.S. cities, the Chamber’s Partnership for a Sustainable Community was established to focus the Grand Rapids business community on voluntary solutions that will preserve the environment and promote energy efficiency . This new venture is a unique opportunity for Grand Rapids to garner recognition as a leader in the green movement that is taking place all over the country. The Partnership carries the dual goals of spurring economic growth and reducing regional greenhouse gas emissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

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