WHY BECOME A MEMBER?
Regardless of business size, today companies in Prince William County are looking for ways to make processes, operations, programs and facilities environmentally sound and create sustainable measures which can result not just in cost savings but better ways to do business. Our members are able to leverage best- practices from environmental professionals, County leadership and peer organizations to implement actionable environmental business strategies and strengthen community stewardship by supporting volunteer opportunities.
OUR GREEN BENEFITS
EDUCATION
NETWORKING
RESOURCES
RECOGNITION
EP COURSE
This course covers environmental sustainability concepts, local laws and regulations, and tools available to assist businesses with the development and management of an environmental program for their business. Developed with the business owners in mind, this six month training course includes virtual instruction taught in part by environmental subject matter experts and local environmental organizations.
OUR ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONAL GRADUATES
Our EP class of 2023 & 2024 have successfully completed their program. The graduates have acquired a comprehensive understanding of how to promote sustainability and green practices in our county, and are now well-equipped to serve as environmental stewards in their community.
"I read about the Environmental Professional Certificate classes online and decided to explore the course as an environmentally aware and concerned Prince William County citizen actively engaged in promoting water, soil and environmental conservation efforts as a volunteer Master Gardener. I learned a lot about Federal, State, and Local environmental laws, regulations, and protections. The field trips to various businesses around the county only highlighted what I learned in the classroom. I met some wonderful, talented, and intelligent people and enjoyed our very knowledgeable Instructor Rico Fleshman's easygoing approach while learning about environmental issues impacting our county and state. I recommend it for everyone who is passionate about our environment!"
-Susan D. Howell, Volunteer Master Gardener at PWC
NETWORKING & CONFERENCE
Quarterly conference events feature speakers and educational sessions, providing members with the opportunity to learn best practices from environmental professionals, PWC leadership, and peer organizations. The events also include an annual awards recognition ceremony. This is a great opportunity to network with other businesses, organizations, and environmental professionals who can become valuable contacts for future projects.
OUR 2024 SPRING CONFERENCE LOOK BOOK
"Overcoming Bias in Environmentalism"
RESOURCES
This toolkit synthesizes the best thinking about environmental sustainability measures and programs, laws and regulations, and local related information to facilitate the practical and beneficial adoption of these practices by businesses. Portions of this toolkit were developed using publicly available content provided by the Office of Environmental Education at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the Environmental Educational Training Partnership (EETAP), environmental education guidelines set forth by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), the U.S. Department of Energy, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and environmental agencies within Prince William County Government.
At our annual conference, we host our PWCGBC Environmental recognition awards to businesses that have become great environmental stewards through actions and showing their achievements for multiple sustainable contributions to their community and business.
RECOGNITION
2024 Environmental Award Winners
PWCGBC ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PLANS
Sprout Businesses
350$For companies with less than 500 employeesValid for 12 monthsSapling Business
600$For companies with 500-1500 employeesValid for 12 monthsMature Tree Business
950$For companies with 1500-3000 employeesValid for 12 monthsForest Business
1,200$For companies with 3000+ employeesValid for 12 months
