What is the EarthWISE Program?
EarthWISE stands for Workplace Initiative for Sustainable Enterprise and is a FREE environmental assistance program offered to businesses in Marion County.
EarthWISE program staff are available for anything from a quick phone call to answer an environmental question to a full-service environmental assessment site visit - whatever you need to get your business recycling, reducing waste, and/or saving energy and water.
All services are customized to meet your business's specific needs. Your business can receive resources and assistance in any or all of the EarthWISE focus areas . You set the pace and priorities.
The EarthWISE program can provide your business with FREE deskside recycling boxes, recycling stickers, posters, environmentally preferable purchasing information, and much, much more!
What is EarthWISE certification?
EarthWISE Certification recognizes businesses in Marion County that have made a commitment to environmentally friendly practices. Businesses that immediately or over time meet pre-established criteria in the EarthWISE focus areas will earn the EarthWISE Certification. These businesses will receive public recognition for their green practices.
Profiles of EarthWISE certified businesses
How does my business become EarthWISE Certified?
Membership is free. Businesses must have at least one location in Marion County to be eligible for membership. You can apply in just a few easy steps:
Visit the GreenBiz Tracker website.
Apply to be a Sustainable Business.
Complete the New Business Registration Form.
To obtain EarthWISE certification, businesses must meet the criteria outlined in the certification application. Some businesses meet criteria right away. Most businesses however, find that they need to make changes in their business practices to qualify for certification. EarthWISE staff are available to assist your business with identifying and implementing these changes. Again, you set the pace and priorities.
If you have any questions, contact Rachel VanWoert at rvanwoert@co.marion.or.us.