BC Green Business
Supporting businesses to identify practical and affordable solutions toward improved environmental and social performance.
The BC Green Business certification program provides one-on-one support, assessing businesses current practices through a site assessment and delivering customized ecommendations tailored to their operations, budget, and sustainability journey.
To ensure all small businesses can adopt and thrive in a regenerative economy, the program prioritizes practical, affordable actions that can lead to cost savings while reducing environmental impact and enhancing social responsibility, with a focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, low-carbon transportation, and waste reduction practices.
BC Green Business Impact
Our members’ continued commitment has resulted in real environmental and social impact. The metrics below reflect the cumulative results calculated by verifiers during certification assessment, since data collection began in 2013.
(last updated: March 24, 2026)
Certified Members
Businesses Committed to T&R
tCO2e Emissions Reduced
Tonnes Waste Diverted
Certification Process
Our certification process is built on 10 sector-specific checklists, each including up to 50 best practices that are reviewed biannually and aligned with industry standards. These checklists are designed to reflect the operational realities and evolving policies within each sector.
Member Benefits
BC Green Business membership is more than just a sustainability certification.
Tangible Solutions
Receive tailored, actionable recommendations designed to maximize opportunities to reduce emissions, cut costs, and improve operational efficiency.
Verified Leadership
Strengthen your credibility and demonstrate climate leadership to customers, partners, and stakeholders through third-party verification.
Resources & Support
Access resources, networking events, and expert guidance to support continuous improvement and help stay ahead of evolving regulations.
Learn more and join BC Green Business network today
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