February 4-5........................ E-waste and Recycling Event
Event Sponsors: American Reclamation, Toyota Speedway, Jan's Towing, City of Irwindale

May 12 ………….. Alternative Energy Forum (Luncheon) @ Edison CTAC
Event Sponsors: Southern California Edison

August 11 ……….. City of Hope Blood Drive
Event Sponsors: City of Hope

September 1 …… Environmental Awards Luncheon
Event Sponsors: Veolia Environmental Services, City of Hope

September 1 ……... Business Attire Clothing Drive
Event Sponsors:

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

September 1, 2011

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: Foothill Transit

Environmental Innovation Award: City of Hope

Water Conservation Award: Southern California Edison-CTAC

Energy Preservation Award: United Rock Products

Solid Waste Reduction Award: Vulcan Materials

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.