About Program
A Greener Morton is a program dedicated to helping Morton businesses, large and small, apply sustainability practices that lead to financial savings and a stronger customer base. The program is free and locally developed and operated by the Morton Economic Development Council. Every business is encouraged to register, take our simple assessment, and begin applying the basic practices that will help you save money, improve our environment, and attract new customers that care about your company’s commitment to sustainable practices. Create your account today and get started!
Top 3 Scores
The following companies received the highest scores for the Sustainability Assessment.
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Why Should My Business Join A Greener Morton?
If your business would like to save some green by going green, this is a simple and local way to get started. The program was developed with both large and small businesses in mind, which means you won’t find fancy terms that don’t make sense or big budget projects that small businesses can’t afford. Unlike LEED Certification, A Greener Morton is focused on sustainability practices within an existing building….not the construction of a new one. Sign up and take our assessment. You might learn a few things you can do immediately to begin your green journey!
Illinois Green Business Summit
Date: September 6th and 7th, 2012
Event Location: Hilton Garden Inn in Champaign, IL
Discuss effective sustainable practices, learn more about the challenges of going green, and see some proven successes from industry professionals that can be replicated in your business. Learn about the IGBA’s certification program, green technology, academic research, new innovations, incentive programs and much more!
Recruit and Retain Your Employees at ciCarpool.org!
Are you loosing employees due to high gas prices? ciCarpool.org is a new, web-based program, developed and launched by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and Central Illinois Chambers and Economic Developers, that helps commuters find a ride match. The program is free and being promoted by many local employers including Caterpillar Logistics and OSF Medical Center. For more information or to promote this program to your workforce, contact the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission at 309-673-9330, or go to www.ciCarpool.org.