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Start a Green Business
Have you ever dreamed of being an eco-entrepreneur? If so, you're not alone. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, 600,000 people start a business in the U.S. each year. And with interest in sustainability at an all-time high, the trend towards starting eco-friendly businesses will only continue to grow.
Your green business idea may not be rocket science, but how do you get going? Let GreenBusinessOwner take the guesswork out of your idea for a social venture. With business planning tools for businesses in sustainable food (like Gather restaurant in Berkeley, CA - pictured right), renewable energy, non-toxic services, eco-friendly retail, ecotourism and more, GreenBusinessOwner offers you a wealth of opportunity.
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Organic Caterer
The catering industry continues to grow as events get more complex and clients outsource more and more of the work. This combined with the trend toward healthier eating and concern for food industry waste create a terrific opportunity for the aspiring eco-entrepreneur. . . .
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Clothing Consignment Shop
Consignment shops are inherently green because they give used clothing, accessories, musical instruments, sporting goods, etc, a second life. For those with the right resources and a knack for knowing what will sell, a consignment shop could be a wonderful business opportunity . . .
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Eco-Friendly Painting Service
Painting companies provide finishing services for homeowners and commercial buildings. While conventional paints and plasters produce vapors known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), that lead to poor indoor air quality, many non-toxic, eco-friendly options are becoming more widely available. . . .
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Sustainable Coffee House
A sustainable coffee house can be a quiet place to read a book or a lively meeting place that brings a neighborhood to life. Opening such an establishment not only enlivens the area, but exposes more and more people to the deliciously responsible concept of organic and fair-trade coffee and teas. . . .
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Farmers' Market
The number of farmers' markets around the world has exploded in recent years, indicating a tremendous demand for the regular events that create community, support local food and local farmers, drive growth in organics, and bring health and wellness advocates together. . . .
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"Start a Green Business" Series: Green Bed and Breakfast
Green bed and breakfasts add an environmentally conscious twist to the quaint, quiet and natural charm of a traditional B&B. Interest in eco-friendly travel destinations is on the rise, and a green bed and breakfast can provide a comfortable and guilt-free stop for conscientious travelers . . .
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