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The businesses listed below are Clackamas County certified Leaders in Sustainability, recognized for their positive impact on our environment and community. They have demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through efforts in recycling and compost, energy and water efficiencies, sustainable transportation and community engagement. This is how green business gets done.
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Each Leader in Sustainability:
- completed at least 1 practice in each section of the application
- identify 1 new sustainability goal
- formalized the finished list of practices as official policy
...plus complete a minimum number of overall practices:
 | Certification Complete at least 15 total practices, 1 new goal, 1 community action |
 | Silver Certification Complete at least 35 total practices, 1 new goal, 1 community action + 20 additional actions |
 | Gold Certification Complete at least 55 total practices, 1 new goal, 1 community action + 40 additional actions |
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Food Service | |
 | Babica Hen Cafe 15964 Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego Babica Hen Cafe bakes cupcakes, cookies, muffins and pies daily, serves breakfast and lunch made from scratch with Northwest ingredients, and offers event space and catering for special occasions.   |
 | Cup of Tea 10117 SE Sunnyside Road, Suite J, Clackamas Cup of Tea is a loose-leaf tea house and gift shop that prioritizes environmental stewardship and social responsibility in their daily routines and overall mission. They educate customers and encourage them to participate in eco-friendly behaviors, such as reusing tea transfer bags and using their own cups and containers. They also support local eco-initiatives through their donation programs. |
 | Gubanc's Pub 16008 Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego Since 1976, Gubanc's Pub has served its guests the best quality food, made from scratch with great care in their kitchen. Gubanc's uses only all-natural, locally raised beef and pork, and source as much possible from the local area. |
 | Happyrock Coffee Roasting Co. 1085 Portland Ave., Gladstone Happyrock Coffee is a small-batch artisan coffee roaster located in downtown Gladstone. Their beans can be found in restaurants, cafes, grocers, farmers markets and specialty stores.  |
.jpg) | Kelly's Jelly 5833 Jean Road, Lake Oswego Kelly's Jelly is a family-owned and -operated maker of specialty foods such as their popular pepper jellies. A family recipe for jelly with a kick – initially made for fun – was soon being sold at local farmers markets, and now it's available in over 160 stores (and counting) around the country. The team at Kelly's Jelly has been recognized both locally and nationally not only for how good their food tastes, but also for their commitment to going beyond business as usual to make a positive difference for others and our planet. |
 | Lake Theatre and Café 106 N State St., Lake Oswego Lake Theater & Cafe is a popular destination for food, drink, lakeside dining, movie showings, private events and live music. They partner with area farmers and NW-specific purveyors to provide sustainable, farm-fresh produce and meats whenever possible. |
 | Menchie's Frozen Yogurt - Oregon City 1408 Moilalla Ave., Oregon City Menchie's Frozen Yogurt makes yogurt from happy cows and real ingredients. The Oregon City location took sustainability into consideration before opening in the fall of 2016. |
 | New Seasons Market Mountain Park 3 Monroe Pkwy, Lake Oswego As the first grocery store in the world to become a certified B Corporation, New Seasons Market's goal is to build community, champion the regional food economy, and be sustainable to the core by continually finding creative ways to keep their environmental footprint small. |
| New Seasons Market Happy Valley 15861 SE Happy Valley Town Center Dr., Happy Valley As the first grocery store in the world to become a certified B Corporation, New Seasons Market's goal is to build community, champion the regional food economy, and be sustainable to the core by continually finding creative ways to keep their environmental footprint small. |
 | Unity Foods 7750 NE 17th Ave., Portland Unity Foods is a local food distributor for independent restaurants and food carts in the Portland Metro area. . They exceed industry standards to deliver the highest quality products and service and bring a sustainability lens to their supply chain, fleet and decisions. |
Manufacturing | |
 | Bob's Red Mill Natural Food 5000 SE International Way, Milwaukie Founded by Bob Moore in 1978 and located in Milwaukie, Bob's Red Mill is a leader in nutritious, organic and gluten free foods. They are proudly 100% employee-owned and guided by their mission to promote whole grain foods for every meal of the day. |
 | DW Fritz Automation Inc. 9600 SW Boeckman Road, Wilsonville DWFritz Automation is a leading global provider for advanced manufacturing solutions. They develop, design, build and support engineered-to-order automation systems, specializing in high-speed, complex inspections to enhance product quality and maximize manufacturing throughput. They are set to find better ways to improve the social and environmental impacts of their work. |
 | Eaton Portland Power Center 26850 SW Kinsman Road, Wilsonville Eaton's Portland Power Center in Wilsonville designs and builds electrical distribution and control switchgear. As a global corporation, Eaton has committed to a 50% reduction in its current greenhouse gas emissions and carbon neutrality by 2030. The staff green team advances sustainability projects to improve the site's overall environmental efficiency, educate staff, and give back to the community. |
 | Form Factory Holdings, LLC 3417 SE 21st Ave., Portland Form Factory, Inc. is the first Oregon-based company licensed by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC)'s Recreational Cannabis Division to pack and bottle cannabis-based food and beverages. They exceed industry standards and regulations to deliver the highest quality, safe and consistent product to a fast emerging market. |
 | General Sheet Metal 16345 SE Evelyn St., Clackamas General Sheet Metal specializes in mechanical, architectural and heating-ventilating-air conditions (HVAC) fabrication, installation and repair services for the commercial and industrial markets. General Sheet Metal actively encourages a culture of safety and environmental consciousness. |
 | Hoptown Handles 15140 SE 82nd Dr, Suite 200, Clackamas Hoptown Handles manufactures and designs tap handles for craft breweries around the world. Using FSC-certified woods and water-based finishes, they strive to be the sustainable, high-quality, American-made alternative to mass-produced tap handles manufactured overseas. |
 | OECO 4607 International Way, Milwaukie OECO, a Meggitt company, designs and manufactures products for the defense, commercial aviation, space, industrial and medical industries. They are committed to the prevention of pollution, the protection of the environment and the health and safety of their employees, customers and neighbors. Whenever possible, they reduce the consumption of natural resources, generation of waste, and emissions of harmful substances to the environment. |
 | Oregon Tool 4909 SE International Way, Portland Oregon Tool is a global company specializing in professional grade precision cutting tools for forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing. Headquartered in Milwaukie, with a multinational manufacturing and distribution footprint, Oregon Tool sells its products in more than 110 countries. |
 | Rose City Label 7235 SE Label Ln, Portland Rose City Label is a family-owned and operated manufacturer of custom printed labels for small to midsize northwest companies. They serve nearly 700 companies annually in a variety of industries including local beer and wine,specialty foods, and beauty products. They've been committed to sustainability since 2009 and in 2018 were recognized by their industry trade association.  |
 | STANLEY Infrastructure 3810 SE Naef Road, Oak Grove STANLEY Infrastructure designs and builds hydraulic tools for construction and infrastructure projects across the world, with private and public sector customers. A strong corporate commitment to not only reduce negative impacts on the environment, but to contribute positively, is demonstrated in a range of sustainable practices at its two locations in Clackamas County. |
 | TE Connectivity 8700 Nimbus Ave., Beaverton TE Connectivity is a technology designer and manufacturer with more than 80,000 employees in over 140 countries. They work with customers on innovations in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. TE Connectivity's global and local commitment to sustainability include efforts in its production processes, product design, supply chain, and community engagement. |
 | Wyld P.O. Box 456, Clackamas Wyld makes cannabis edibles using real fruit and natural flavors. The company, with roots in a tiny farm building in Central Oregon, believes taking responsibility for business-related impacts on climate change requires immediate action and is committed to minimizing the impact of its operations on the environment. Three Clackamas locations, comprising of manufacturing facilities and corporate offices, earned Gold certification. |
 | Yakima Products, Inc 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego Yakima Products, Inc. is a world leader in vehicle racks and cargo solutions. They offer a variety of cargo management products, including racks for bikes, boats, ski equipment, fishing rods, and other gear, as well as cargo boxes and bags, roof-top tents and awnings, water transport, and high performance multi-sport trailers. They make sure their products have as small of an environmental footprint as possible by integrating sustainability at the product development stage and making better design choices from the beginning. |
Property management, retirement facilities | |
 | Colliers International Center Pointe 851 SW 6th Ave., Portland Colliers International is a full-service commercial real estate firm with brokerage, asset/property management and commercial finance divisions. The company strives to maintain consistent, sustainable practices for a healthy and safe environment for their tenants and visitors. |
| Danielsons 358 Warner Milne Road, G-119, Oregon City Danielsons Properties has two retail centers in Oregon City and Milwaukie. A Safeway grocery store anchors each development along with many other retail shops. Prior to managing the properties, Danielsons used to own and operate grocery stores at these locations prior to getting out of the grocery industry. | |
 | Mary's Woods 17400 Holy Names Dr., Lake Oswego Mary's Woods at Marylhurst, a nonprofit organization sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Names, is a provider of housing, health and vital aging services for older adults. Mary's Woods is committed to the full development for every individual at each life stage. |
 | Rose Villa 13505 SE River Road., Portland Rose Villa is a nonprofit senior living organization with a mission to support older adults to live the life of their own choosing. From independent living to 24-hour nursing, Rose Villa works with individuals every step of the way in their personal journey. Rose Villa partners with the community by providing resources for local groups and engaging in sustainable practices wherever possible. |
 | Shorenstein Realty Services, L.P. 5335 Meadows Road, Lake Oswego Shorenstein owns and manages high-quality office and residential properties including a 20-building office campus with 1.8 million square feet in Lake Oswego. Shorenstein embraces environmental, social, and governance best practices as an opportunity to improve their business. Their efforts have added measurable value through reduced operating expenses and increased tenant satisfaction. |
 | Willamette View 12705 SE River Road, Portland Willamette View is the first continuing care retirement community founded in the Portland metro area. They are a not-for-profit organization offering a wide variety of services and programs for the people who live and work there and are an active participant in the local community. Willamette View's staff and residents work together on a range of sustainability practices. |
| Services, retail | |
 | Akana 6400 SE Lake Road, Suite 200, Portland Akana is a Native American-owned firm providing design and consultation services in architecture, engineering, planning, and construction management. Sustainability and care for future generations are central to their design projects, consulting work, and office's daily operations. Their services begin with a basis in ecology, protecting resources while utilizing locally sourced, resilient materials. They also provide continuous sustainability education for staff to adopt best practices in their daily lives. |
 | Aspen Pest Control 8305 SE Monterey Ave., Happy Valley Aspen Pest Control is a locally owned pest management company offering residential and commercial services that are as safe as possible for children, pets and the environment. They prioritize integrated pest management practices that minimize the need for chemicals to begin with and, when needed, use the lowest toxicity chemicals they can. Sustainability practices that reduce waste and conserve resources are integrated across their operations, both in the field and in the office. |
| Canby Restore Habitat for Humanity 411 South Redwood St.,  CanbyHabitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, appliances, home accessories, building materials and more to the public at a fraction of the retail price. Proceeds are used to help build strength, stability, self-reliance and shelter in local communities and around the world. | |
 | Century West Engineering Century West Engineering is a civil engineering and planning company focused on improving communities by providing caring, creative, and collaborative public infrastructure design solutions. Founded in Bend in 1969, the company has grown to offer aviation, transportation, water, wastewater, stormwater, recreational facility, and electrical services from eight offices in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Century West Engineering is committed to designing and implementing sustainable solutions that minimize environmental impact, conserve resources, and promote resilient communities.  |
 | Commercial Furniture Distributors 27180 SW 95th Ave., Wilsonville Commercial Furniture Distributors are the northwest's largest wholesale distributor of used and refurbished office furniture. They receive collections of furniture from commercial offices and stock a large inventory at their Wilsonville warehouse, giving their customers – furniture retailers – the ability to offer used merchandise at a discount. Commercial Furniture Distributors also have an in-house repair and refurbish shop that can repaint and reupholster items to make them good as new. |
 | Cumming Group Founded in 1996, Cumming Group is one of the nation's fastest-growing providers of sustainability and program management services. They deliver sustainability and climate solutions for the built environment that improve quality of life today and for future generations. Their expertise and collaborative approach empower clients and team members alike to champion environmental stewardship, build resilience in infrastructure the community, and cultivate social equity. |
 | Dyke Vandenburgh Jewelers 27 A Ave., Lake Oswego Dyke Vandenburgh Jeweler's studio and showroom features a wide selection of Dyke's one-of-a-kind creations and fine quality designer jewelry from around the world. They also offer a variety of services, including laser welding technology, on-site gemologist, diamond and gemstone re-cutting, pearl and bead restringing, expert restoration, appraisals, engraving, and gemstone inlay and lapidary work. |
 | Elevate Wealth Advisors 615 High St., Oregon City Elevate Wealth Advisors specialize in retirement planning and asset management, with a focus on serving their local community. They incorporated sustainability decisions into an office move in 2016 and continue to evaluate day-to-day operations with sustainability in mind. |
 | FCS Group 5335 Meadows Road, Lake Oswego FCS Group provides financial, economic and utility management consulting services to the public sector. They provide analytical solutions to solve complex issues tailored specifically to their own communities. They strive to take care of our built, natural and social environment through internal and external sustainability practices including recycling beyond the basics, supporting low-impact commuting practices, buying recycled-content supplies and using municipal drinking water over bottled water. |
 | GeoEngineers, Inc. 4000 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego GeoEngineers is an earth science and engineering firm with roots in the Pacific Northwest and a commitment to balancing the needs of the present with long-term planning for the future. GeoEngineers' team strives to bring sustainability to all aspects of their business through reusing project materials when possible, promoting a culture of sustainability and greening their purchasing practices. |
 | Great American Video Espresso 6130 King Road, Milwaukie Great American Video & Espresso is a family-owned and operated business serving the Milwaukie area since 1983. They offer espresso drinks, ice cream, authentic Mid-Western style frozen custard, which can be difficult to find this side of the Mississippi River. Plus, they still rent movies. They are committed to reducing their environmental impact where they can by recycling, composting, conserving energy and water usage and engaging their staff and customers in their efforts. |
 | Kwindie Kwindie helps businesses bring their brand to life with graphic design, websites, customized apparel, and branded merchandise. Sustainability has been a key part of Kwindie's mission since opening in 2019, aiming to help create more demand for sustainable materials in the notoriously unsustainable apparel and merchandise industries. |
 | Live Edge Eco Salon 613 Railroad Ave., Oregon City LiveEdge Eco Salon is a full service, eco salon and artistry using fair-trade, ethically harvested, organic products. At LiveEdge, the mission is to make people feel beautiful and pampered while leaving the smallest footprint on our planet as possible. LiveEdge prides themselves in recycling or reusing over 95% of their waste, and continues to strive to better the planet. They embrace sustainability in a range of ways, thinking about what products are used and how they are treated after use, and always having the planet and the well-being of guests in mind. |
 | Lush Cosmetics 708 NW 23rd Ave., Portland Lush Cosmetics makes fresh, handmade cosmetics with over 200 shops in North America, supplied by two cosmetic kitchens in Vancouver, Canada. |
 | Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. 3140 NE Broadway, Portland Maul Foster & Alongi is an employee-owned Pacific Northwest consulting firm providing diverse client types with services for environmental and engineering, planning and development, GIS and data analysis, communications, and health and safety. Sustainability is integrated into the company's core and day-to-day operations. |
 | OBEC Consulting Engineers 16651 Southeast McGloughlkin Blvd., Portland OBEC is a multi-discipline engineering firm that has provided practical engineering to Pacific Northwest clients since 1966. With six offices across Oregon and Washington, OBEC has enhanced its sustainability practices by adopting a range of policies related to employee education, resource conservation, and green purchasing. |
Government, nonprofits and educational institutions | |
 | Bridges to Change 7916 SE Foster Road, Portland Bridges to Change strengthens individuals and families affected by addiction, mental health, poverty and homelessness. Through a partnership with Clackamas County Community Corrections, mentoring and transitional housing is offered for a variety of populations throughout the county. By incorporating sustainable business practices and policies on economic, environmental, and social levels, Bridges to Change hopes to reduce its global impact while increasing awareness of employees, participants, and partners. |
 | City of West Linn 22500 Salamo Road, West Linn The City of West Linn serves residents, businesses and the natural environment by pursuing council goals to support a sustainable, healthy environment for all. The city's five main buildings – city hall, the public library, the adult community center, the police station, and operations – all earned Gold or Silver certification thanks to green practices that prevent waste, maximize resources, protect the health of staff and visitors, and build long-term resiliency. |
 | Clackamas County Department of Transportation and Development 150 Beavercreek Road, Oregon City The Department of Transportation and Development assists Clackamas County residents and businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through responsive public service. Sustainability efforts help serve the public by minimizing waste, conserving materials responsibly and promoting a healthier shared environment now and for generations. |
 | Clackamas Water Environment Services 150 Beavercreek Road, Oregon City Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) protects public health and the environment by collecting and cleaning more than 6 billion gallons of wastewater every year for more than 165,000 customers. WES also recovers energy and nutrients from the waste stream, and protects and improves watershed health through infrastructure development and community engagement. The Surface Water Management program provides water quality protection for the community through programs that reduce pollution in our rivers and wetlands caused by urban storm water runoff. |
 | Coffee Creek Correctional Facility 24499 SW Grahamas Ferry Road, Wilsonville CCCF is a multi-custody prison that accommodates all of Oregon's female inmates. The prison has cell and dormitory housing, inmate work programs, skills training, education, treatment programs, health services, religious services, physical plant, warehouse space for on-site storage, a central records unit and administration areas. |
 | Exceed Enterprises 5285 SE Wallard Way, Milwaukie Exceed Enterprises, founded in 1968, provides training and employment for people with disabilities. Exceed's trained work teams perform a variety of jobs at customer sites around the metro region, including services that help other businesses achieve sustainability goals and recycle more. Many manufacturers rely on Exceed to do light manufacturing, packaging and assembly. |
| Friends of Robinhood Station 3706 Cedar Oak Dr., West Linn Robinwood Station, a West Linn Community Center, is improved, managed and operated by the Friends of the Robinwood Station in conjunction with the City of West Linn. A variety of private and community events are held at the Station, and it has become a hub for the community. | |
 | Guide Dogs for the Blind 32901 SE Kelso Road, Boring Guide Dogs for the Blind is a nonprofit that prepares guide dogs and K9 Buddy dogs, provides guide dog readiness skills, and offers youth programs to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Long-term sustainability is essential to successfully delivering GDB's mission and vision over time: Their sustainable actions in day-to-day operations, as well as their core mission, support the Triple Bottom Line by being good for the planet, for people, and for their finances. Their park-like campus in Boring is a welcoming space for clients, volunteers, staff, dogs, and wildlife alike. |
 | Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest 2780 SE Harrison St., Milwaukie Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) Northwest has been responding to local community needs in the northwest for more than 60 years by recruiting, placing and supporting volunteers with organizations dedicated to social and environmental justice and advocacy. Each year, over 150 full-time Jesuit Volunteer AmeriCorps members commit to a year or more of service. |
 | Lake Oswego City Hall 380 A Ave., Lake Oswego Lake Oswego's new city hall opened in 2021 and houses several city departments, including the manager's office, police department, council chambers, municipal court and more. Construction followed LEEDTM standards for green building, incorporating materials and design features that save energy, conserve water, maintain healthy indoor air quality, and make ongoing operations more efficient. Policies also keep staff engaged with day-to-day sustainability efforts. |
 | Lake Oswego United Church of Christ 1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego Lake Oswego United Church of Christ is an open and affirming, Earthwise and Just Peace congregation that holds a weekly Sunday morning worship as well as ongoing activities for faith education, spiritual growth, and community mission. |
 | Sandy Community Action Center 38982 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy The Sandy Community Action Center is a hunger relief agency that serves the residents of the Oregon Trail School District. The Center provides residents food boxes, daily bread and pastries, clothing cards, monthly food baskets and energy assistance. |
