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What is Burbank Green Alliance?
The Burbank Green Alliance is the leading private organization assisting the City of Burbank in promoting sustainability and achieving the City’s goal of Zero Waste. The “Burbank Community” is defined as all businesses, private and public organizations, government entities, educational institutions, and residents within the City of Burbank. Since 2008, the Burbank Green Alliance (BGA) has been dedicated to promoting effective sustainable practices and building a network of resources to support the Burbank Community. Burbank Green Alliance is a project of Community Partners.
BGA Services & Events
- Industry specific, quarterly workshops on sustainability
- Online resources, links, eco-tips, and Zero Waste checklists
- Burbank Green Business Directory
- Environmental Recognition Program for Burbank businesses
- Training Seminars
- Educational Videos/PSA’s
- Updates of local green events and initiatives
- Cross-promotional relationships with other “green” networks and more….
Testimonials
“Appropriate to the times that we are in, they have a well focused mandate and have proven to be an effective means in promoting environmental responsibility and sustainability in the community. I believe this organization and its message can and will play a critical role in assisting the City of Burbank to maintain many of its quality of life goals.”
Mark Hardyment, Director, Noise & Environmental Programs, Burbank Airport Authority
“The attendance was amazing and demonstrates a real desire and commitment to taking the next steps towards sustainability. I found the breakout sessions to be extremely well presented. The workshop was a highly informative, interactive and important event.”
Anonymous (taken from workshop survey)
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BGA Steering Committee Members
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JESSICA ALDRIDGE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ms. Aldridge earned her Bachelor of Arts in Arts Administration from Westminster College of Salt Lake City Utah. She initiated this contracted interdisciplinary degree for her alma mater; which became the only undergraduate degree in Arts Administration in the Intermountain Region. In 2007, while working for Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, she was instrumental in the development of their first ever Green Team and pilot recycling program.
Most recently Jessica was employed by the City of Burbank, Recycle Center and specialized in Zero Waste Event Coordination. She assisted the City with the creation of Zero Waste standards for all large events. It is due to her efforts that every meeting and workshop put on by the BGA has been and will always be Zero Waste. Jessica appears on Burbank TV6 and hosts segments for EcoBurbank.com, a web channel designed to promote the positive effects Burbank residents and businesses have on the planet.
Jessica Aldridge
Burbank Green Alliance
Info@BurbankGreenAlliance.org
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BURBANK PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT has provided community recycling services for 25 years. Under the City’s 2008 has provided community recycling services for 25 years. Under the City’s 2008 Sustainability Action Plan the City is targeting ZERO WASTE by 2040, stronger product stewardship platforms, and further waste reduction
Kreigh Hampel (818) 238-3900
zerowaste@ci.burbank.ca.us
www.burbankrecycle.org
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ALLIED WASTE INDUSTRIES, INC. is the second largest non-hazardous solid waste management company in the United States, serving approximately 10 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in 128 major markets within 37 states and Puerto Rico. Allied Waste operates as a vertically integrated company through their network of over 700 collection companies, transfer stations, landfills and recycling facilities.
Kennetha Jespers (888) 742-5234
kennetha.jespers@awin.com
www.disposal.com
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ACTIVE PORT is a reseller of telephone systems with an emphasis on helping companies use technology to let employees work from home full or part-time. Active Port’s mission is to help clients scale one area that they can reduce carbon emissions while managing their workforce.
Julie Fogg (562) 857-0484
jfogg@activeport.com
www.activeport.com
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ASSEMBLY MEMBER KREKORIAN seeks to represent Glendale, Burbank, the Los Feliz/Silver Lake area, and much of the San Fernando Valley in the California State Assembly in an accessible and responsive way.
Suzy Jacobs (818) 558-3043
suzy.jacobs@asm.ca.gov
http://democrats.assembly.ca.gov/members/a43/
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CALIFORNIA RECYCLES, INC. assists businesses in establishing and maintaining recycling programs for their electronics, bottles & cans, paper and inkjet cartridges, along with providing recycled office supplies and biodegradable food service items to businesses.
Elham Ebiza (310) 478-3001 x101
elham@californiarecycles.com
www.californiarecycles.com
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, BURBANK whose purpose is to be the leading advocate for businesses in Burbank, and to enhance the overall prosperity and quality of life in our community.
Gary Olson (818) 846-3111
golson@burbankchamber.org
www.burbankchamber.org
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EARTH RESOURCE FOUNDATION teaches environmental responsibility where you live, work and play.
Our programs focus on Zero Waste businesses.
Stephanie Barger (949) 645-5163
zerowaste@earthresource.org
www.earthresource.org
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eWASTE CENTER, INC. is committed to the preservation of the environment. EWC is dedicated to the preservation of the environment. EWC is dedicated to diverting electronic waste from landfills through recycling electronics in a safe, socially ethical and environmentally friendly process. EWC offers a wide range of services that can facilitate all electronic recycling needs to individuals, companies, and local governments.
Dana Hong (323) 837 9950
dana@ewastecenter.com
www.ewastecenter.com
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G-BAGIT/ECOBROKER G-bagit! "Green Bag It and Save It" is a bag company that sells reusable bags. This allows clients to do their part and, at the same time, gain company recognition by putting their logo on the bag. EcoBroker is a real estate agent that helps clients market properties with green features and locate properties that provide affordability and comfort through energy efficiency and environmentally-sensitive choices.
Jennifer Taylor (818) 612-2718
Jenn-tay@hotmail.com
www.G-bagit.com
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GREEN1PLANET CORP. brings positive change into daily life through innovative strategies. We provide GREEN building construction, remodeling and renovation services that include renewable energy, solar systems, wind turbines, natural materials, recycled and organic products.
Louie Silva (877) GRN-4554
louie@green1planet.com
www.green1planet.com
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GREENER BY DESIGN is committed to being your one-stop source for eco-friendly business, cleaning, recycling and personal care supplies. Our products include nontoxic cleaners and laundry supplies, recycled paper products, compostable food service items, and recycling containers of all sizes. We can consult with your company to identify, implement, manage and measure the practices and choices that reflect your green values.
Lisa Tholen
Lisa.Tholen@greener-by-design.com
www.greener-by-design.com
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GREEN PRINT ALLIANCE seeks to reduce worldwide deforestation by helping clients utilize sustainable practices when we print for them. The GPA vigorously promotes the use of FSC and SFI certified papers and vegetable based inks. On behalf of clients that print with us, we donate trees to American Forests, Global ReLeaf Fund.
George S. Kizis (818) 246-5501
george@greenprintalliance.com
www.greenprintalliance.com
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justBURBANK.COM Our local business and community directory is truly local and complete. We list all Burbank businesses for free. Whether a customer is looking for a Burbank business or professional, an event or classified, they will be able to find it or post it here. We help small businesses in Burbank become more visible online and generate business locally with our expertise in internet marketing.
Libby Higgins (818) 840-8400
Libby@justBurbank.com
www.justBurbank.com
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justBURBANK.COM A local business and community directory that lists all Burbank businesses for free. Whether a customer is looking for a Burbank business, an event, a garage sale or a classified, they will be able to find it or post it here. We also help small businesses generate business online with our expertise in targeted internet marketing.
Ruth Bennett (818) 840-8400
Ruth@justBurbank.com
www.justBurbank.com
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METRO has been championing the green cause for over a dozen years. Our services include Janitorial, Recycling, Engineering, Energy Management, LEED Consulting, and Parking Lot Maintenance. We innovate in every aspect of our business creating an environment that empowers our workers and managers to excel!
Gary Mitchell (323) 350-0873
gary@metroservices.com
www.metroservices.com
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REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF BURBANK has a mission to ensure there is a diverse mix of service-enriched housing; and to foster a climate that generates jobs, economic and social vitality and support a high quality of life for the entire community.
Scott McGookin (818) 238-5180
mcgookin@ci.burbank.ca.us
www.burbankca.org/redevelopment
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SIMPLY MUMTAZ EVENTS, INC. is an award winning special event & meeting management & production company. The leader in green events.
Joella Hopkins, CSEP, CMP (818) 433-7455
joella@simplymumtaz.com
www.SimplyMumtaz.com
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SPRING GARD’N DESIGNS, INC. is a manufacturer of high quality textile products that are produced in environmentally, culturally, and socially responsible ways.
Sharon A. Springer (818) 563-9766
SpringGardn@Juno.com
www.SpringGardn.com
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SUSTAIN LA provides practical and economical sustainability solutions for food & beverage establishments, events and festivals. We specialize in Zero Waste education, operational evaluations, staff training, waste reduction, water conservation
and energy efficiency.
Leslie VanKeuren (323) 632-9633
Leslie@sustainLA.com
www.sustainLA.com
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WE CARE COMPANY has one of the largest selections of toner products for printers, copiers and fax machines and can save you a substantial amount of money on these products. When you choose our cartridges, you choose a green, environmentally responsible product!
Rita Fabra (818) 769-6056
rita@wecaredirect.com
www.wecaredirect.com
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WOODBURY UNIVERSITY is committed to providing the highest level of professional and liberal arts education. The integrated nature of our educational environment cultivates successful students with a strong and enduring sense of personal and social responsibility. We prepare innovative learners who are adept at communicating and willing to cross the boundaries of knowledge in a rapidly changing and complex world. Woodbury has undergraduate and graduate programs on our main campus in Burbank and our satellite campus in San Diego.
Prof. E.B. Gendel, Ph.D.
eb.gendel@woodbury.edu
Prof. Eugene Allevato
Eugene.Allevato@woodbury.edu
University Phone: 818-767-0888
www.woodbury.edu
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Info@BurbankGreenAlliance.org
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