Preparing Your Business For the Future
Local First Arizona works to make sure independent businesses prepare for the future. As we think through the challenges the business community will face in the coming years, climate change will likely affect them in many ways, including increased energy costs, disruption due to extreme weather events and possible water restrictions in our desert state. We aim to give local businesses the tools and resources they need to prepare themselves, adapt, and thrive.
We see firsthand that locally owned businesses are leading the charge in environmental sustainability across the state. By shining the spotlight on these businesses that are paying attention to environmental best practices, we grow the climate action movement in the state and provide a way for citizens to recognize and support them. Your business can join us in transforming Arizona’s image to a state that embraces environmental sustainability and is making strides to conserve our precious resources.
Sustainability Resources For Your Businesses
Green Business Program
Whether your business is just starting to implement sustainability into your operations or you are ready to take the next step, our Green Business Program provides a plan to help reduce your company’s impact and give your business the recognition it deserves. Currently open to businesses in Tempe and Phoenix.
SCALE UP
SCALE UP (Sustainable Communities Accessing Lending and Expertise Upon Performance) is an award-winning program that offers a comprehensive seven-week workshop series for locally-owned and operated independent businesses and nonprofits in the Tucson and Phoenix metro areas.
Event Recycling Toolkit
LFA has been able to significantly reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill at our events through our Towards Zero Waste efforts. Check out our helpful toolkit with systems and resources that we use to put on successful events with minimal impact.