The Sustainable Business Council envisions a network of vibrant local economies and caring communities that are based on renewable resources and clean, efficient practices that lead to a healthy environment, rewarding employment, and a high quality of life.
To foster this vision, we provide education and technical assistance to help businesses, organizations, and individuals in Montana adopt sustainable practices that protect and enhance the environment, the region’s economy, and our local communities.
Major SBC Programs and Events
• Sustainability Shots - Audience-led discussions focusing on specific areas of sustainability.
• Garden City LocalFest - A festival celebrating the quailitative benefits of shopping locally.
• Annual Sustainability Lecture - Co-hosted with the UM school of business, features a national speaker.
• Buy Local Holiday Campaign - Educational campaign designed to increase local holiday shopping.
• Sustainability Awards Ceremony - Honors local community members for their dedication & innovation.
• Membership Appreciation Night - Celebrates the diversity and accomplishments of the SBC membership.
Strive Towards Sustainability (STS) Assessment Program:
The SBC's own graduated recognition program, structured to identify organizations that are
demonstrating a serious commitment and progression toward eco-friendly business practices.
STS participants have the opportunity to:
Assess
• Attend a half-day introductory workshop and complete a nine-area assessment instrument
Improve
• Participate in a guided goal setting program and utilize on-demand research support
Celebrate!
• Inform customers and enjoy additional publicity on the SBC site and in the SBC newsletter
Member-To-Member Benefits
Over 60 member businesses offer discounts to other SBC members. This means major savings on services ranging from health care to cleaning services, retail to restaurants. The benefits alone make membership worthwhile and work to strengthen Missoula's local economy. Member-To-Member benefits are open to individual and organizational members.
SBC- Sustainability Pledge
I/We honor, respect and embrace the mission and values of the SBC, as does any business or organization I represent in the SBC. I/We certify and can demonstrate that we strive to operate in a sustainable manner in my/our business, organizational or personal dealings and that I/we work for continuous improvement in my/our practices. I also understand and believe that my individual actions as a consumer effect businesses, their employees, my community and the environment.
Join!
It's easy!
1) Fill out the Online Membership Form pay securely on-site with credit card, Paypal, ACH or by mail.
(Your membership page will usually be up within 2 business days after we receive payment. Please note turnover is longer if mailing check.)
Send your membership dues to:
Sustainable Business Council
415 N.Higgins Ave, Suite 119
Missoula, MT 59802
Once we receive payment and your membership form we will add you to the SBC website. Thanks!
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