Prince William County Green Business Council

03/05/2025

GOING TO OUR CONFERENCE?

As you know, we’re excited to welcome Prince William Water and Water Experts to our Water Quality Panel Discussion! We’re thrilled to have them join our conference. We encourage all attendees, future attendees, and everyone to submit any questions they have about our watershed, drinking water, behind-the-scenes water facilities, water permits, and any other related curiosities!

Want to submit a question for our water panel discussion?
Email: [email protected]

02/21/2025

THERE ARE 21 DAYS LEFT TO THE CONFERENCE!

Make sure to register for our conference!
We don't want you to miss great topics and an opportunity to network with other businesses and community organizations. This year’s theme, "Turning the Tide: Sustainable Business, Healthy Watershed," will focus on water quality and explore how businesses can lead the charge in reversing pollution trends while enhancing water resources.

Highlights of the conference include:

-A panel discussion with experts from Prince William Water
-Engaging breakout session
-Inspiring GRN talks
- Our 2nd Annual Environmental Awards

Conference Registration Fees:

$25 for Members
$50 for Non-Members

We can’t wait to see you there! To register, click the link below:
https://www.pwcgbc.org/2025pwcgbcspringconference

02/11/2025

NOTICE FOR OUR PWC RESIDENTS:

The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & Electronics Collection scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, has been canceled. In anticipation of snow and freezing conditions on Wednesday, the vendor that operates the HHW & Electronics Collection service has notified the County that they will not be providing the service. The service is expected to resume on Saturday, February 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To learn more, click the link below:

Prince William County is located on the Potomac River in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States.

02/11/2025

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MARCH 13TH!

We're excited to announce that registration for our 2025 Annual Spring Conference is now open!

This year’s theme, "Turning the Tide: Sustainable Business, Healthy Watershed," will focus on water quality and explore how businesses can lead the charge in reversing pollution trends while enhancing water resources.
Highlights of the conference include a panel discussion with experts from Prince William Water, as well as engaging breakout sessions, inspiring GRN talks, and our 2nd Annual Environmental Awards!

Conference Registration Fees:
$25 for Members
$50 for Non-Members

We can’t wait to see you there! To register, click the link below:
https://www.pwcgbc.org/2025pwcgbcspringconference

02/10/2025

GUESS WHAT?!?!

We’ve extended the nomination deadline to Tuesday, February 11th! We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to nominate a business or organization, so don’t forget to apply!

Spread the word to everyone that would be interested in submitting!

If you have any questions or have issues submitting the nomination, email [email protected]

To submit a nomination, click the link below:

We are thrilled to announce the Second Annual PWC Environmental Awards! The award categories and criteria have been carefully designed to ensure an equitable and fair process for all submissions. These awards aim to recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to....

02/06/2025

LAST CALL FOR NOMINATIONS 📣 !

Don’t miss the chance to nominate! Let’s recognize businesses that are driving positive change by becoming more eco-friendly, making a significant impact on our community, and demonstrating outstanding environmental stewardship.

Nominations close on February 7th at 12a

If you have any questions on nominations email: [email protected]

To submit a nomination click the link below:
https://www.pwcgbc.org/2025environmentalawards

01/28/2025

SECOND CALL FOR AWARDS!

Don’t miss the chance to nominate a business that exemplifies environmental stewardship and incorporates sustainable practices, both for their operations and their community!

If you'd like to nominate a business, click the link below:
https://www.pwcgbc.org/2025environmentalawards

01/22/2025

AMAZING!!!

We are proud to recognize Prince William County Government, Virginia for its continued commitment to environmental excellence. The county, a longstanding participant in the Virginia Environmental Excellence Program (VEEP), has achieved a significant milestone by merging six certifications from various departments into one unified certification. This will strengthen their environmental efforts across the county. With a total of seven VEEP certifications, including the highest E4 certification for the Solid Waste Division, Prince William County sets a strong example of sustainability and environmental leadership.

VEEP is DEQ’s program to promote the use of environmental management systems (EMS) and pollution prevention as a means to achieve greater environmental quality and improved organizational performance. The facility-based track of VEEP has three types of participation:
-E2 for those facilities who are interested in beginning or are in the early stages of implementing an EMS and pollution prevention program and have a record of sustained compliance with environmental regulations.

-E3 for those facilities with a fully-implemented EMS and a pollution prevention program with documented results and a record of sustained compliance with environmental regulations.

-E4 for those facilities with a fully-implemented EMS (that has been verified by an independent third party) that have committed to measures for continuous and sustainable environmental progress and community involvement.

Learn more about VEEP and how to certify your business: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/our-programs/pollution-prevention/virginia-environmental-excellence-program

01/08/2025

WE ONLY HAVE 4 SPOTS LEFT!

Don't miss out and register for our Environmental Professional course!

Register: https://www.pwcgbc.org/environmentalprofessional

Have any questions about the course? Email: [email protected]

It's that time of year again! We're excited to announce that registration for our EP Course is now open, and there are still a few spots available!

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to environmental education and resources, specifically designed to help business owners in Prince William County operate more sustainably. Whether you're looking to reduce your environmental impact, implement an effective sustainability program, or become a leader in environmental stewardship, this course is the perfect starting point.

We would love to have local businesses join us for this valuable opportunity to enhance their sustainability practices and contribute to a greener future.
Don’t miss out—register today to secure your spot!

To register for the Environmental Professional Course: https://www.pwcgbc.org/environmentalprofessional

01/03/2025

🌍 Attention Businesses and Business Leaders! 🌱

We're excited to announce our Second Annual Environmental Awards! This is your opportunity to be recognized for the outstanding contributions you've made to the environment and your community. Whether you've led impactful sustainability initiatives or driven positive change, we want to celebrate your efforts! Don’t miss the chance to apply! Explore our award categories today and find the one that best represents your business’s commitment to a brighter, greener future!

Deadline for nominating, February 7th, don't miss out on nominating!

To learn more and to nominate: https://www.pwcgbc.org/2025environmentalawards