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iStock_000005288465Medium_rev Sustainable Napa County is a community-wide effort. That means we help individuals, families, nonprofits, and businesses understand the opportunities for becoming more sustainable, and we help policymakers connect with constituents to learn about what matters to them.

Whether you're an involved citizen or a policymaker, this section includes the things you need to know in order to be informed about legislative changes and initiatives that affect Napa County.

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Sustainable (Green) Building Basics

Sustainable design or building "green" is an opportunity to use our resources efficiently while creating healthier buildings. It provides cost savings to all Californians through improved human health and productivity, lower cost building operations, and resource efficiency--and it moves us closer to a sustainable future.

Gasser spin-off preaches green; New nonprofit helping cities, organizations use less energy

Want to save the environment and save money too? Then Sustainable Napa County wants to talk to you.

State of Green Business Report 2009

How are U.S. businesses doing in their quest to be more environmentally responsible?

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SNC Events and News

Sustainable Napa County names inaugural Board o...
Feb 25, 2008 Napa County business and community leaders support sustainability efforts (Napa, CA – February 24, 2009) &n... More >

Sustainable Napa County e-News March 1, 2010
In this issue... • Harnessing the sun - getting started and going solar • California adopts n... More >

Other Events and News

State of Green Business 2009
Mar 10, 2009 In the second annual State of Green Business report, Joel Makower and the editors of GreenBiz.com answer the question... More >

Gasser Goes Green: Conservation features and so...
Feb 21, 2009 Gasser Goes Green Conservation features and solar panels installed By KEVIN COURTNEY Register Staff Writer ... More >