Green Business Certification
Top photo By Brad R. Lewis, 2017 Monterey Photo Competition
Information in this section:- City Green Actions
- Green Building Program - managed by the Building and Safety Office of Community Development
Green Business program - get Certified!

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WASTE ENCLOSURE STANDARDS
Download the most current City of Monterey Recycling & Waste Enclosure Standards and Guidelines for your new or existing construction projects.
RESOURCES
Links and Resources
nodrugsdownthedrain.org
The No Drugs Down the Drain Program is state-wide California public outreach program that educates the public about not disposing of unused, unwanted, or expired medications down the drain.
bottlesandcans.com
The Bottles and Cans website provides information regarding the California Redemption Value (CRV) that you receive when you recycle your bottles and cans.
calrecycle.ca.gov
CalRecycle is the state’s leading authority on recycling, waste reduction, and product reuse. CalRecycle plays an important role in the stewardship of California’s vast resources and promotes innovation in technology to encourage economic and environmental sustainability.
builditgreen.org
Build it Green offers trusted green building training, tools, technical expertise, and partnership opportunities for key stakeholders including public agencies, builders, developers, architects, contractors, affordable housing advocates, real estate professionals, suppliers, and homeowners.
usgbc.org
The U.S. Green Building Council offers the LEED certification program. LEED is used to distinguish which buildings are considered green buildings based on pre-defined criteria related to environmental sustainability and preservation.
bsc.ca.gov/home/calgreen.aspx
State of California’s Green Building Code Standards for development.
hes.lbl.gov
The EPA energy saver website can provide you with area-specific energy saving tips. Simply visit the website and type in your zip code.
energystar.gov
The Energy Star website provides a complete list of items that are energy star certified and the benefits of purchasing these environmentally friendly products.
The No Drugs Down the Drain Program is state-wide California public outreach program that educates the public about not disposing of unused, unwanted, or expired medications down the drain.
bottlesandcans.com
The Bottles and Cans website provides information regarding the California Redemption Value (CRV) that you receive when you recycle your bottles and cans.
calrecycle.ca.gov
CalRecycle is the state’s leading authority on recycling, waste reduction, and product reuse. CalRecycle plays an important role in the stewardship of California’s vast resources and promotes innovation in technology to encourage economic and environmental sustainability.
builditgreen.org
Build it Green offers trusted green building training, tools, technical expertise, and partnership opportunities for key stakeholders including public agencies, builders, developers, architects, contractors, affordable housing advocates, real estate professionals, suppliers, and homeowners.
usgbc.org
The U.S. Green Building Council offers the LEED certification program. LEED is used to distinguish which buildings are considered green buildings based on pre-defined criteria related to environmental sustainability and preservation.
bsc.ca.gov/home/calgreen.aspx
State of California’s Green Building Code Standards for development.
hes.lbl.gov
The EPA energy saver website can provide you with area-specific energy saving tips. Simply visit the website and type in your zip code.
energystar.gov
The Energy Star website provides a complete list of items that are energy star certified and the benefits of purchasing these environmentally friendly products.