Sustainable Business Collaborative
The Sustainable Business Collaborative (SBC) is a partnership between SCOCO, Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority, Contra Costa Council, Contra Costa Green Business Program and various local chambers. The purpose of the Business Collaborative is to make it easier for businesses to make smart, sustainable choices.
Sustainable Business Workshop Series
The Contra Costa Sustainable Business Collaborative brings businesses and organizations together to share ideas, discuss industry issues, and take advantage of cost-saving opportunities and solutions that help your business stay ahead. Join the community of businesses who are making smart, sustainable choices by signing up today for a free workshop!
Greening Your Restaurant and Food Service Business
Practical solutions for your operations, facilities and purchasing
On February 24th, food service businesses and stakeholders came together to learn from other businesses and experts smart ways to go green and implement sustainable practices into their restaurants, cafes, health service facilities, and catering businesses. See the speakers' presentations:
Stimulus Dollars at Work for Residential Contractors and Remodelers
On September 27th, over 50 local contractors participated in SCOCO's Contractors' Workshop to learn about the science of "building performance" and to connect with contractors participating in the Energy Upgrade California program so that their customers can take advantage of the $10,000+ in rebates and incentives currently available to Contra Costa homeowners. It was also an opportunity for graduates of the Green Careers Academy to make job connections with hiring employers. For information on the Energy Upgrade California Program, visit [Link]www.energyupgradeca.org
Future workshops in the series to be announced at the SCOCO Events Calendar Sustainable Contra Costa Network