State / National Organizations

The Illinois Green Business Association (IGBA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that helps businesses integrate green practices through education and engagement, causing a business to find profitability in sustainability.

Our vision is that a sustainable business culture is the standard practice of economic activity. Companies, communities, and consumers will thrive through healthy, mutually beneficial relationships that are diverse, resilient and balanced.

From seed to table, Austin’s Sustainable Food Center creates opportunities for individuals to make healthy food choices and to participate in a vibrant local food system. Through organic food gardening, relationships with area farmers, interactive cooking classes, and nutrition education, we strive to empower children and adults in Austin with increased access to locally grown, healthy, and affordable food.

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Dream in Green’s mission is to empower individuals to respond to climate change and other environmental challenges.

We assist diverse organizations, including schools, households, local governments and businesses, to reduce their environmental footprint. Through establishing partnerships, we develop, implement and oversee educational programs and workshops that promote environmentally sustainable behaviors among all age groups, with an emphasis on K-12 students.

The California Business Alliance for a Clean Economy was created to amplify the business voice in support of policies to help move us toward cleaner energy, less dependence on petroleum, and to help us avoid the economic and social disruptions associated with climate change.

As an Alliance supporter, you will receive a monthly e-newsletter that includes relevant news, member profiles, and upcoming events of interest.

The Oregon Biodiversity Information Center (ORBIC) is part of the Institute for Natural Resources (INR) and is based at Portland State University.

INR's mission is to inform natural resources decision making by integrating knowledge and information. ORBIC leads INR's activities related to biodiversity and conservation.

ORBIC's key function is to maintain, develop and distribute biodiversity information in the state. ORBIC also coordinates projects on biodiversity monitoring and provides technical assistance for the Oregon Natural Areas Program.

The Green Restaurant Association is a national non-profit organization that assists restaurants, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers become more environmentally responsible.

Just about anything destined for the garbage or recycle bin can be transformed into the basis for a learning activity. That’s why RAFT Colorado (Resource Area for Teaching - Colorado) gathers unwanted items from local businesses and the community and upcycles them into interesting and unique learning activities for the classroom.

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The Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) is a non-profit organization formed in 1980 to promote the preservation, conservation, and restoration of native plants of Florida and their use in landscaping. The Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society (DCFNPS) is one of more than 20 chapters around the state and includes residents of Monroe County.