Unleashing Sustainability: Ann Arbor Green Business Challenge Launches with a Focus on Circular Economy
Ann Arbor and Ann Arbor SPARK are joining forces to launch the Ann Arbor Green Business Challenge (A2 GBC), a new initiative aimed at promoting sustainability efforts among local businesses. The A2 GBC is more than just a certification program; it’s a movement to drive a greener and more sustainable future for businesses in the area.
The A2 GBC focuses on seven key categories to promote sustainability: Energy, Circular Economy, Water, Resilience, Supply Chain, Education, and Mobility. Participants earn points towards different certification levels including bronze, silver, gold, and platinum by implementing sustainable practices across these categories. From reducing energy consumption to supporting upcycling, every effort towards sustainability is recognized.
Businesses that excel in the A2 GBC will be recognized at the end of the 4 1/2-month challenge period. Top performers will receive cash rewards for their exceptional achievements and innovative sustainability initiatives. The program is a collaboration between Ann Arbor SPARK and Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations.
Interested businesses can sign up for the A2 GBC by filling out a form online. At the launch event held on Tuesday, speakers including Rodger Bowser from Zingerman’s Delicatessen, Yahang Zhang from RRS, and Heidi Poscher from 4th Purpose Energy shared information with attendees about how they could participate in this exciting program.
