Green Business Outreach Program

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Has your business implemented green practices? Be recognized for your efforts!

The City of Edina's Green Business Outreach Program (GBOP) celebrates green and sustainable actions promoted by local business. Edina's resident Energy & Environment Commission manages this program.

Businesses of all types are encouraged to apply. Businesses earn points for taking green actions within their daily operations in the areas of solid waste, recycling, purchasing, energy use, landscaping and water conservation, transportation and more. Businesses can earn recognition as a gold, silver or bronze Green Business.

Businesses that are interested in joining the program can apply annually, between Earth Day and mid-June for a July 4 recognition kickoff. All recognized Green Businesses are to undergo recertification every 2 years. In 2024, the application period is open April 22-June 17.


Has your business implemented green practices? Be recognized for your efforts!

The City of Edina's Green Business Outreach Program (GBOP) celebrates green and sustainable actions promoted by local business. Edina's resident Energy & Environment Commission manages this program.

Businesses of all types are encouraged to apply. Businesses earn points for taking green actions within their daily operations in the areas of solid waste, recycling, purchasing, energy use, landscaping and water conservation, transportation and more. Businesses can earn recognition as a gold, silver or bronze Green Business.

Businesses that are interested in joining the program can apply annually, between Earth Day and mid-June for a July 4 recognition kickoff. All recognized Green Businesses are to undergo recertification every 2 years. In 2024, the application period is open April 22-June 17.


  • The GBOP application lists various actions that businesses can take to work towards and achieve sustainability. This application is used for the many diverse types of businesses in Edina. Some categories/actions either may not be applicable or your business may not have control to implement depending if you are a property owner, management company, or tenant. Tenants, property managers or owners are invited to apply.  

    Scores will be tabulated based on the percentage of actions a business has taken compared to the total possible actions that apply for the business, so please continue to the end even if you feel you are unable to implement many of the actions listed. Businesses can earn either Bronze, Silver, or Gold recognition.


    This application should take roughly 10-15 minutes to complete.

    Complete the application by checking ONE of the three boxes that correspond to the action that you are currently doing as follows:

    YES, that action has been taken or policy already in place; 

    NO, that action has not yet been taken; or 

    N/A, that action does not apply to my business


    Complete the application and submit online OR print out/send to: 

    City of Edina

    Attn: Liz Moore

    Edina Public Works

    7450 Metro Boulevard

    Edina, MN 55439


    As of  January 1st, 2023, the following changes were applied to the Program's application submission process:

    • In order to enroll, all applications must be submitted between Earth Day and mid June (April 22 - June 17) of a given year.
    • Businesses will be notified of their recognition status during the month of July.
    • Businesses will be asked to reapply every 2 years (e.g., a business that was recognized in 2021 should reapply in 2023). 
    • Businesses can reach out to the City's Green Business Working Group anytime of the year for assistance on achieving their sustainable goals and the GBOP application process.
    Complete Application
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  • The City of Edina is committed to reaching its Climate Action goals, and wants to recognize businesses for doing their part! Everyone can make a difference in sustainability and making Edina a green place to work, live and play. Want to get recognized? Complete this initial interest form and look for a message from one of Edina's Green Ambassadors for next steps.

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Page last updated: 13 Mar 2024, 06:54 AM