Longmont's Sustainable Business Program was officially launched in 2019. The purpose of the program is to support and recognize businesses in the community making substantial efforts to reduce their environmental impact, act socially responsible, and contribute to the economic vitality of Longmont.
EV-1Create a Longmont Sustainable Business Recognition Program (SBP)
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Continuous
- Implementation
Description
- Between 2023 and 2024, the Sustainable Business Program experienced significant growth, welcoming nearly 30 new participants. Starting in 2022, the certification program became a biennial event, with the next certification scheduled for the end of 2025.
- The Sustainable Business Program participants collectively create over 2,600 job positions, playing a vital role in contributing to Longmont's economic vitality.
Tasks
What are we doing?
- 1/2025
Launch the Induction Cooktop Program.
What has been done?
- 01/01/2024
Induction Cooktop Pilot Program
A pilot program was carried out in 2023 to create awareness of induction cooking in 10 businesses around the Longmont area. The pilot program's results were very satisfactory and highlighted the system's speed, radiation heat reduction, ease of cleaning, elimination of dangerous fumes, and improved temperature control.
- 05/31/2023
To-Go Ware Program
The first phase of the To-Go Ware program was completed May 2023. 19 participants received a set of recyclable/compostable items to use as an alternative to Styrofoam containers. People were receptive and the city received good feedback specially about the awareness that this program brought to them. A second phase was executed after the May timeframe reaching out 20 more businesses.
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Summary and contacts
Topic Area
Timeline
1/2019 → Continuous
Initiation period
Responsible organizations
Contact persons
- Jose Luis RamosBilingual Sustainable Business Program CoordinatorSustainability
- Catherine Vasquez SalcedoSustainability AssociateSustainability
Information updated 08/26/2024
Due to the positive results of the induction cooking program pilot performed in 2023, the Sustainable Business Program will reintroduce the induction cooking program starting August 2024.
This program reduces restaurant employees' risks, enhances local businesses' energy efficiency, and contributes to environmental sustainability by promoting the use of induction cooktops. We invite Longmont's local food service industry to experience the benefits of induction cooking and consider adopting this technology in their commercial kitchens.