January 22-23........................ E-waste and Recycling Event
Event Sponsors: American Reclamation, Toyota Speedway, Jan's Towing, City of Irwindale

March 20 ……….... Habitat for Humanity Project
Event Sponsors: MillerCoors, Embroid Me-Arcadia

April 21 ………….. Earth Day at Citrus College
Event Sponsors: Citrus College

August 19 ……….. City of Hope Blood Drive
Event Sponsors: City of Hope

September 15 …… Environmental Awards Luncheon
Event Sponsors: Veolia Environmental Services, City of Hope

November 4 ……... Clothing Drive for L.A. Works
Event Sponsors: City of Hope, LA Works, Close the Deal

Environmental Awards & Green Business Expo-- APPLICATIONS BEING TAKEN NOW!!!

September 15, 2010

The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce's Environmental Committee hosts an annual event dedicated to providing information and resources as well as recognition for businesses and organizations that implemented and achieved reduction in their carbon footprint.

This year's Environmental Awards & Green Business Expo will be held at City of Hope's Cooper Auditorium with the presenting sponsor being Veolia Environmental. Sponsorships are available. Contact the Chamber for more information.

Environmental Leadership Award: MillerCoors

Environmental Leadership Award: San Gabriel Regional Mountains Conservancy

Water Conservation Award: United Rock Products

Energy Preservation Award: Blue Diamond Materials

Solid Waste Reduction Award: San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity


Honorable Mentions:

• A-1 Power Sweeping
• Cleantech Environmental Inc
• Picasso's Cafe, Bakery and Catering
• SCE Federal Credit Union
• Toyota Speedway of Irwindale

This annual event hosted by the Irwindale Chamber of Commerce's Environmental Committee promotes healthy living, providing information and resources to the entire community. In addition to the business community, the general public is strongly encouraged to attend and benefit from this forum. The theme for this event in 2009 was “Manage Your Health – Because Change Happens in a Heartbeat” and some of the major sponsors were Veolia Environmental, City of Hope, Hanson Aggregates, Foothill Transit, Joe’s Place, and Ready Pac Produce. Featured were presentations on Healthcare Legislation, Patient Advocacy, Nutrition for Life, and Living with Hope and Health.

Heartbeat for Irwindale 2008 was centered around water conservation. Entitled "Water: The Lifeblood of our Community," the forum consisted of a panel of speakers who focused on the water supply in the San Gabriel Valley and its affect on business.

The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce's Environmental Committee provides a forum to exchange ideas and assist local businesses in preventing or managing environmental and safety challenges. If you are interested in more information about this committee, or if you would like to join in our efforts, please call the Chamber office at 626 960 6606.