Councilmember Bill Rosendahl Forms Partnership to Help Businesses Go Green

Councilmember Bill Rosendahl is joining forces with the non-profit Arts: Earth Partnership for a grant to help businesses on the Westside go green.

The $5,000 grant is being provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs' Council Civic Fund.

The funds will be used to cover the cost of a sustainability assessment for around 12 to 15 businesses and facilities in the 11th District which could include theaters, museums, and art galleries in the district, according to Rosendahl.

"This grant will help us grow green businesses in our district by teaching them how to achieve sustainability, become an even better neighbor in their local community, and save money in the long run," Rosendahl said.

As part of the program, business owners will set up a comprehensive assessment through Arts: Earth Partnership that will include a review of everything from water and energy use to office supplies.

As a result, each business will receive detailed information about steps they need to take to become a Los Angeles City recognized Green Business.

Current members of Arts:Earth Partnership include the G2 Gallery, Electric Lodge, Ruskin Group Theater, Miles Memorial Playhouse, Skirball Cultural Center, Greenway Court Theater, the HaleArt Space.

Businesses can also receive special benefits and discounts as a result of their Green Certification.

To learn more about the free sustainability assessment or the green certification program, call (323)864-9130, or send an email to info@artsearthparternship.org.

Earlier in 2013, Palisades Pit Stop & Car Wash installed solar panels through the Department of Water of Power, a first of its kind for the area.

Brentwood Patch: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates |