You are cordially invited
to attend a program . . . “Who’s Going Green?”
Nominate any company that has made a commitment to “be green”
and then attend May 29, 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Webbs Norman Center
401 South Main Street
as
Mayor Lawrence Morrissey and Chairman Scott Christiansen
present awards honoring the
Outstanding Green Business and Outstanding Green Public Agency
At 5:30 p.m.
In addition, nominated businesses will be on hand to talk about their
successes and challenges in their efforts to increase our sustainability
by creating a greener Winnebago County.
Presenting Sponsors Include:
Comprehensive Community Solutions/YouthBuild
Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
Green Communities Coalition
Illinois Renewable Energy Association
Rockford Chamber of Commerce
River District
Rockford Park District
Winnebago County Forest Preserve District
There is no charge for this event
RSVP appreciated by calling 815-877-6100
Imagine
an Economy…
...that protects air, land and water.
...that is powered by solar,
wind and hydro energy.
...that generates no toxic waste.
...whose materials replenish the earth or can be infinitely recycled.
...that creates practical solutions, resources, and opportunities for
implementing sustainability, while providing new jobs and industries to
strengthen our economy.
Now imagine all the above, here, in Winnebago County.
As we search for answers about how we can recover from the loss of the industrial-based economy that thrived here for decades, we must re-imagine our future. We don’t just need jobs, we need sustainable solutions that expand our economy. The Rock River Valley’s future is its emerging green economy. If you look around, you’ll see signs of environmentally friendly innovations manifested in various aspects of local businesses' buildings, operations, purchasing, transportation and products.
WCGB is a partnership of environmental agencies, professional associates, and the concerned public. We are working together to recognize and assist businesses that operate in an environmentally friendly manner. WCGB steering committee member Kerry Knodle explains, “Many businesses have taken steps to incorporate sustainable practices into their operations and have improved their performance, but until now, customers had no way of recognizing which businesses were going 'green.'”
One of the primary outcomes of the new WCGB initiative will be the creation of a Green Business Inventory. This listing will be compiled from information submitted by businesses that complete an application detailing the environmentally friendly practices, strategies and technologies they have implemented. Those businesses that meet established criteria will receive WCGB certification and be included in the WCGB online inventory. A major goal of WCGB is to develop this listing into a comprehensive WCGB Web site that will provide recognition for participating businesses as well as incentives, assistance and resources for businesses wanting to join the growing number of business and community leaders improving the local economy, environment, and everyone's quality of life.
Join in celebrating and informing our community about "Who's Going Green?" As the final component of WCGB’s effort, each business and private agency nominated will be included in a “Green Business Inventory” as well as awarded a certificate, window sticker, and use of the logo for 2008.
Winnebago County Green Business program Steering Committee: Jan Herbert, Rockford Park District; Jamie Johannsen, Winnebago County Forest Preserve District; Mike Kearney, Green Communities Coalition; Kerry Knodle, Comprehensive Community Services/YouthBuild Rockford; Allen Penticoff, Green Communities Coalition; Frank Schier, The Rock River Times; and Drs. Robert and Sonia Vogl, Illinois Renewable Energy Association.
Sponsoring Organizations (click on name for website link)
Comprehensive Community Solutions/YouthBuild
Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
Illinois Renewable Energy Association
Winnebago County Forest Preserve District
Below is the nomination form. Download in Word or PDF for printing or filling out and emailing back.
Award Nominee ________________________________________________________________________________
Please submit a statement summarizing accomplishments of nominee on each of the following “Green Criteria” that apply:
1. Renewable Energy Products or Installations
2. Waste Prevention
3. Recycling
4. Purchasing
5. Energy Conservation
6. Water Conservation & Water Quality
7. Transportation
8. Sustainable Site Management
9. Other (Please describe)
Please feel free to compose attachments expanding on the criteria. Thank you for helping everyone learn about "Who's Going Green" in Winnebago County. Remember, no effort is too small for our inventory and nominations! We congratulate you on your efforts! Deadline for nominations: May 16, 2008.
Mail this form to: WCGB Awards c/o Green Communities Coalition, 6302 11th St., Rockford, IL 61109
or e-mail to: Jamie Johannsen jjohannsen@wcfpd.org.
There is no fee involved with submitting a nomination.