South Bay Business Environmental Coalition Profile
 P.O. Box 572, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90267
About Us
The South Bay Business Environmental Coalition (SBBEC) is a 501c(3) organization committed to providing a forum where representatives from the public and private sectors collaborate on environmental issues and regulations impacting businesses, communities, and educational institutions in Southern California and have combined their expertise in a cooperative relationship to improve our environment.
Our Mission
The SBBEC's mission is to enhance and cultivate environmental programs, ideas, and concepts through collaboration and networking between the local agencies, businesses, and individuals that make up the Los Angeles region.
Our Purpose
The SBBEC's purpose is to assist in developing and sharing environmental programs, ideas, concepts, and issues that will lead to environmental sustainability in our communities by:

  • Expanding our pool of expertise to assist businesses in developing sustainable environmental programs;

  • Encouraging responsible environmental practices, policies, and standards;

  • Acting as a liaison between businesses, local government, and communities on environmental issues;

  • Recognizing future environmental technology leaders through the Environmental Science Fair for 5th - 8th graders;

  • Recognizing and rewarding achievement in environmental sustainability through the SoCal Environmental Excellence Development (SEED) Awards Program; and

  • Assisting businesses in developing credible environmental programs that promote cost savings, return on investment, and carbon footprint reductions.

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    How does it achieve its purpose?
    SEED Awards Program
    The SBBEC's local government members strive to encourage and inspire businesses to implement environmental sustainability strategies at work. This group of members, the Cities Subcommittee, developed the SoCal Environmental Excellence Development (SEED) Awards Program to honor the business community for their exemplary efforts to "be green."

    This unique event is the only such ceremony held in the South Bay, partnering businesses with local government and showcasing environmental leaders in their communities.

    Environmental Science Fair
    The SBBEC hosts the Environmental Science Fair for 5th - 8th grade students to showcase their ideas on using the Earth's natural resources more responsibly and effectively.

    This unique science fair, with its focus on environmental topics, includes projects that address air, land, natural resources, and alternative energy concepts. Awards are presented for each of the categories, as well as a special award for the most innovative solution.

    Mixers
    The SBBEC meets regularly to network and promote our members" environmental success stories and stewardship initiatives. Whether through innovative programs, sustainable business practices, community involvement, or "green" business models, we believe that sharing this information will inspire other members to consider new sustainability measures.

    Why Participate?
    Be Part of the Solution
    The SBBEC provides an opportunity to network with other professionals and share expertise on environmental issues, including recycling, cost cutting, community involvement, and regulatory compliance. By mentoring existing and future environmental leaders, you will help be part of the solution to local environmental issues.

    A Rewarding Experience
    The SBBEC offers a sense of pride in belonging to a group with similar environmental goals in mind. Being a part of a team also instills a sense of excitement and accomplishment as the goals of the organization are achieved. Your participation allows you the opportunity to effect positive change in your organization and community.

    It Takes Work to be This Green!
    We owe it to ourselves and our successors to preserve our natural resources - and it takes a lot of work. We should do all we can to do no harm to our environment so that it is preserved for future generations and to do this, we must pool our expertise and experience to find workable, sustainable solutions to environmental problems. Collaborating makes being good environmental stewards that much easier for all of us.

    For Local Government
    The SBBEC provides a forum for our public sector members to lead environmental sustainability and stewardship initiatives in the communities they serve. By sharing ideas and learning from other professionals in similar roles, best practices and practical solutions can be implemented at the community level.

    For the Business Community
    The SBBEC provides a forum for our private sector members to share best practices and learn from other business professionals on ways to operate sustainable businesses, while still remaining competitive in the marketplace. With members from a variety of industry groups, the most effective programs can be applied to a variety of business models.

    Join a Successful Team
    All of our members volunteer their time and talents to make the SBBEC one of the most respected groups of its kind in the State.
    Join Us!
    It's easy to become a member. Applications are available for download here. Annual dues range from $25 for individuals to $500 for businesses with over 1,000 employees.
     
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