PRESS RELEASE

Above: Officials from the City of Long Beach join with Green Business owners at the
June 3, 2025, City Council meeting.

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Economic Development Department (Department) has certified seven new businesses and re-certified nine as part of its Green Business Program (Program). The green businesses were recognized at the June 3, 2025, Long Beach City Council meeting for their efforts to create a healthier, more sustainable city.

“We’re proud to recognize these outstanding businesses for their leadership in sustainability and commitment to our shared environmental values,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “This Program reflects our city’s dedication to building a cleaner, healthier future, and these businesses are helping lead the way.”

Since the Program started in 2018 under the California Green Business Network, the City has certified 90 Long Beach businesses. The City’s Program offers free certification to local businesses and nonprofits committed to sustainable practices. Participants receive technical assistance to implement measures in energy and water conservation, pollution prevention, waste reduction and community education. Businesses are re-certified every three years to ensure continued best practices are implemented as laws and/or best practices change. Certified businesses benefit from marketing support and recognition through city and state platforms. To become a certified green business, businesses can sign-up online.

This year’s newly certified businesses include:

• Alder & Sage
• Amarte
• Creative Art Events
• Pedal Movement (two business locations)
• Root & Branch Landscapes
• Urban Social Services and Advocacy

Re-certified businesses include:

• Bowman Change
• Elemental Mktg
• Geosyntec Consultants
• Heritage
• Primal Alchemy Catering
• Sacred Roots Holistic Healing
• SomaticWise
• Therapy InsightOut
• Wheel Fun Rentals

“Our Green Business Program is a great example of how economic growth and environmental stewardship go hand in hand,” said Economic Development Director Bo Martinez. “These green businesses are making a significant impact in our community, and we’re excited to see more businesses stepping up and making sustainability a core part of how they operate.”

The California Green Business Network leads the state and nation in working with small to medium-sized businesses to grow a vibrant and healthy green economy. Led by a coalition of cities and counties, the Program contributes to more livable communities with healthier environments, while also conserving resources and saving money. In 2024, California Green Businesses reduced 37,986 tons of greenhouse gas emissions, reduced or diverted 18,431 tons of waste and conserved 106 million gallons of water.

The Program supports the goals of the City’s Climate Action Plan to minimize greenhouse gas emissions for residents and businesses, foster economic opportunities and realize a vision of Long Beach where everyone can live in thriving communities built on sustainability and resilience.

Additional information about the Program is available at longbeach.gov/greenbusiness. For information about other programs and resources for businesses, people can visit longbeach.gov/bizcare, call the City’s BizCare Hotline at 562.570.4BIZ (4249) or email BizCare@longbeach.gov.

About the City of Long Beach
Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.

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