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Community Resources
Nonprofit and Community Organizations
Real Estate and Financial Services
Alternative Energy
ACME Environmental Group
Solar Contractor. They specialize in Design, Engineering and Installation of PV Solar/Solar Thermal & Hydronic Radiant Heating.3200 Airport Ave, #18
Santa Monica 90405
(310) 397-2199
www.acmegreen.com
Golden Energy
Designs, sells and installs renewable energy systems for retrofit and new construction.
2630 La Cienega Ave
Los Angeles 90034
(310) 889-1070
www.goldenenergy.com
Alternative Fuels
Biodiesel Coop of Los Angeles
The co-op has brought ASTM certified biodiesel fuel out of the boondocks and into the heart of the city so conscious urbanites can access B100 conveniently and affordably through a mobile 1000 gallon tank.
www.biodiesel-coop.org
Lovecraft Biofuels
Convert diesel powered cars to run on 100% vegetable oil. They also sell converted cars.
4000 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles 90029
(877) 201-4369
www.lovecraftbiofuels.com
Clothing
4 Hemp
100% hemp clothing and blends of tencel and hemp.
1513 Pacific Ave
Venice 90291
(310) 581-4322
www.4hemp.org
Dragon Fly Dulou
Carries a line of organic cotton clothing. Non-toxic body care, toys, and accessories. Made in USA, Germany or fair trade Asia.
2066 Hillhurst Ave.
Los Feliz 90046
(323) 665-8448
www.dragonflydulou.com
Consulting
The Vector Group
Jeff Hayes, President
The Vector Group is an LA-area, boutique management and business consultancy
committed to accelerating the growth triple-bottom-line, socially- and
environmentally-conscious businesses.
323-549-9787
jeff@the-vector-group.com
www.the-vector-group.com
Eating Out
A Votre Sante
Vegan and vegetarian options, locally purchased produce, hormone free meats and free range poultry.
13016 San Vicente Blvd
Brentwood 90049
(310) 451-1813
Axe
Vegetarian options, locally purchased produce, grass-red/hormone-free beef, free range poultry. Uses biodegradable to-go containers. Used low VOC paint. Participates in biodiesel recycling.
1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice 90291
(310) 664-9787
www.axerestaurant.com
Ben and Jerry’s
Organic ice cream, preservative-free, hormone-free diary and natural ingredients. Supports free trade and community projects.
2441 Main St.
Santa Monica 90405
(310) 450-0691
The Border Grill
The vibrant setting where chefs Mary Sue Miliken and Susan Feniger present the bold food and flavors of Mexico.
1445 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 451-1655
See website for hours:
www.bordergrill.com/BGSM/bgsm.htm
Learn about the chefs and their philosophies at:
Figaro Bistro
Vegan and vegetarian options, locally purchased produce, grass-fed/hormone-free beef, free range poultry. Daily baking of yeast, oil, diary, sugar-free breads, pastries, and tarts.
1802 N. Vermont Ave
Los Angeles 90027
(323) 662-1587
Groundwork Coffee Co
Organic coffee, tea, and juices. First organic roaster in L.A. Supports sustainably harvested, shade grown, and fair trade coffee standards.
811 Traction Ave
Los Angeles 90013
(213) 626-8650
671 Rose Ave
Venice 90291
(310) 396-9469
2908 Main St.
Santa Monica 90405
(310) 392-9243
Le Pain Quotidien
Organic coffee and tea, soy milk, cream, juice, salad, soup, bread, dressings.
316 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica 90401
(310) 393-6800
1055 Broxton Ave
Westwood 90024
(310) 824-7900
Piatti Locali
The essence of Tuscany from Organic local produce.
101 S. Westlake Blvd.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 371-5600
Real Food Daily
Vegan and vegetarian options, buys produce locally. All to-go products recycled and biodegradable.
514 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica 90401
(310) 451-7544
Shakti’s Elements
Organic coffee, tea, and soda. Acupuncture, massage and yoga offered on premises.
717 Broadway Blvd
Santa Monica 90401
(310) 576-2008
The Wilshire
Casual elegant, Wilshire celebrates the wonderful diversity of fresh, seasonal, and organically grown foods. Our menu changes daily and reflects our selection of the day’s finest offerings.
Farmers' Markets
Vital Zuman Organic Farm
46 year old family farm and cooperative work retreat. 6 beautiful acres on west Malibu’s Zuma Mesa. Exclusive chemical free agricultural usage for nearly 6 decades.
Farm stand hours: Tuesday thru Sunday 12-5
Also appears at local farmer’s markets.
29127 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu , CA. 90265
(310) 457-4356
Los Angeles County Farmer’s Markets
Over 50 markets listed
Grocery Stores
Erewhon Natural Foods Market
Organic grocery store with the largest selection of raw and macrobiotic food. Full deli and tonic bar, cosmetics, and more. Supportive of sustainable agriculture, and they try to screen out GMO and irradiated foods.
7660 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles 90036
(323) 937-0777
www.erewhonmarket.com
Mr. Wisdom
Vegetarian restaurant and health food store. Has a good selection of grocery items as well as an organic wheat grass farm on the premises.
3526 W. Slauson
Los Angeles 90043
(323) 295-1517
Wild Oats Market
A full-line grocery store offering organic and natural products created by environmentally and socially friendly companies. Organic and fair trade products; bulk grains, beans, nuts, and spices; natural meats and fresh seafood; natural vitamins and minerals.
1425 Montana Ave
Santa Monica 90403
(310) 576-4707
www.wildoats.com
Home Design and Construction
Bamboo 2000
Bamboo flooring contractors, installation, refinishing and resurfacing. Furniture, Bedding, and Décor.
420 S. First St.
Burbank 91502
(818) 996-1107
www.bamboo2000.com
C and K Landscape Design
Specializes in California Natives, drought tolerant low maintenance gardens.
Eco-Home™ Demonstration Home
The Eco-Home™ is a restored and retrofitted California style bungalow, circa 1911 that shows us how simple but wise property improvements can make your home warm, friendly yet environmentally sound and healthy.
4344 Russell Ave.
Los Angeles , CA 90027
(323) 662-5207
Ecolife Home Environment Centers
Air and water purification systems and consulting
4454 Van Nuys Blvd. #B
Sherman Oaks 91403
(800) 895-5006
www.ecolifeintl.com
Environmental Home Improvement
Larry Byrnes, Healthy Construction Specialist, B.A. in Chemistry
Environmental Home Improvements.is a general contractor firm specializing in healthy homes. They use a wide range of “green” products and construction techniques to maximize health, beauty and function in your home, while minimizing the burdens on the Earth and the clients’ patience.
A League of California Homeowners approved contractor.
6440 Bellaire Ave.
North Hollywood
(818) 508-1415
The Green Building Resource Center
A partnership between Global Green USA and the City of Santa Monica
The Center offers:
- Displays of environmentally friendly building materials
- Design advice for specific building projects
- Recent publications about green building and healthy homes
- Technical information for design and construction professionals
- Information about financial incentives and rebates for energy conserving appliance and water saving equipment
- A directory of local design and construction professionals with green building expertise
- Monthly educational workshops about green building topics
2218 Main Street
Santa Monica, California 90405
Hours are Wednesday, Friday & Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
and Thursdays 3:00 PM – 8PM
Phone (310) 452-7677. Fax (310) 581-2702.
H3 Environmental
The Mary Cordaro Collection of organic adult and crib mattresses/bedding. Bed and bath linens.
12439 Magnolia Blvd
Valley Village 91607
(818) 766-1787
www.h3environmental.com
Isabelle Duvuvier, Architect
Winner of 2002 Sustainable Quality Award presented by the City of Santa Monica. Licensed to practice architecture in the State of California. Duvivier Architects provides a range of design services, including architecture, urban design and ecological mapping. Projects highlight environmental features such as habitat preservation and restoration and incorporate ecological design strategies such as passive solar, water retention/recycling and use of non-toxic/recycled building materials.
308 Westminster Ave
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 399-4944
www.idarchitect.com
www.LAGreenMap.org
James Heimler, Architect, Inc.
James Heimler, Architect, Inc. is a general practice architectural firm.
They design for an environmentally sustainable future for single and multi-family homes, commercial, institutional and industrial buildings. These projects include new structures, additions, remodeling and a great deal of expediting with government adjacencies.
19510 Ventura Boulevard, Ste. 210
Tarzana, CA 91356-2947
(818) 343-5393
jhai@earthlink.net
www.jhai-architect.com
Livingreen Store and Gallery
Carries a wide variety of environmentally friendly building materials and design furnishings. Includes healthy paints and products made from recycled content.
10000 Culver Blvd
Culver city 90232
(310) 838-8442
www.livingreen.com
Polly Osborne, AIA, Architect
Winner of 2000 AIA Monterey "Excellence in Design" award. In practice since 1987. Osborne Architects specializes in site specific residential design, local and environmental materials and practises, and passive solar heating and natural ventilation strategies.
Member: AIA Committee on the Environment and USGBC. Participant in USGBC LEED for Homes Pilot program.
1525 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Suite D
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 477-2855
info@osbornearchitects.com
www.osbornearchitects.com
Interior Design
Lucinda Bailey Interior Design
Specializes in “green” interior design, incorporating recycled materials, like carpet made of recycled plastic bottles, vintage and salvaged items and reusing articles in new and unusual ways. Lucinda is dedicated to living and working locally and accepts clients only in the Pasadena area.
Pasadena
(626) 351-7695
Renee Fried Designs, USGBC Member
Green Interior Design and Consulting
Renee Fried is a full-service design and consulting firm specializing exclusively in "green" residential and commercial design. Renee creates beautiful interiors using sustainable, healthy, and energy-efficient materials and principles that will save her clients money and work with the environment. Within that principle, she guides her clients toward creating a space that is uniquely theirs in the planning, design and renovation/construction of homes or businesses.
(818) 907-7011
Industrial Design
grow-design
grow-design is an industrial design firm that creates sustainable to restorative solutions, uniting economic and environmental goals through the transformation of products, services, and systems. grow-design offers their green design services to businesses striving to make their products more ecologically responsible, aesthetically pleasing, and profitable.
Marketing
Clean Agency
Marketing Agency with a values based approach and an emphasis on eco-friendly processes.
Brand development, advertising, media planning, public relations, sales and online promotions, packaging, and web design.
14 North Fair Oaks Avenue
5th Floor
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626)744-9178
info@cleanagency.com
Nonprofit and Community Organizations
Amigos de los Rios
Amigos les los Rios, is a non profit 501c3 organization created in Nov 2003 to restore urban rivers and create healthy communities in Southern California. Our mission is to create sustainable open spaces, strengthen community life, and preserve the environment in underserved areas of Southern California.
1001 Malcolm Ave
Los Angeles , CA 90012
(310) 470-3258
Bring Your Own
Dedicated to reducing waste.
(310) 998-8616
Coalition for Clean Air
The Coalition for Clean Air is dedicated to restoring clean, healthful air to California by advocating responsible public health policy, providing technical and educational expertise, and promoting broad-based community involvement.
811 West 7th Street
Suite 1100
(213) 630-1192
air@coalitionforcleanair.org
www.coalitionforcleanair.org
Community Food Security Coalition
The Community Food Security Coalition (CFSC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3), North American organization dedicated to building strong, sustainable, local and regional food systems that ensure access to affordable, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food for all people at all times.
PO Box 209
Venice , CA 90294
(310) 822-5410
Eco Home Network
Demonstration home and organization dedicated to sustainable home building.
Empowerment Works
A 501(c)(3), Empowerment Works is a strategic network of citizens, non-profits, and businesses, dedicated to harnessing the Passion for the Arts and the Discipline of the Sciences in order to mobilize community led solutions for a healthier future.
1801 Lincoln Blvd. #138
Venice, CA. 90291
(310) 692-6909
info@empowermentworks.org
www.empowermentworks.org
Environment California
We focus exclusively on protecting California's air, water and open spaces. We speak out and take action at the local, state and national levels to improve the quality of our environment and our lives.
3435 Wilshire Blvd. #385
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 251-3688
www.environmentcalifornia.org
Environmental Defense
Environmental Defense is dedicated to protecting the environmental rights of all people, including future generations. Among these rights are clean air, clean water, healthy food and flourishing ecosystems.
The Los Angeles Project Office
3250 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1400
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 386-5501
www.environmentaldefense.org
Global Green USA
Global Green USA is a national environmental organization addressing three of the greatest challenges facing humanity: s temming global climate change by creating green buildings and cities; eliminating weapons of mass destruction that threaten lives and the environment; and providing clean, safe drinking water for the 2.4 billion people who lack access to clean water.
2218 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 581-2700
(310) 581-2702
ggusa@globalgreen.org
Green Coast Foundation
The Green Coast Foundation is a nonprofit public benefit organization dedicated to supporting and accelerating the growth of California’s market for clean, renewable energy (“Green Energy”).
375 S Crescent Heights Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 936-9094
contactus@greencoast.org
www.greencoast.org
Heal the Bay
A non-profit environmental organization working to make Santa Monica Bay and Southern California Coastal waters safe and healthy for people and marine life. We achieve this through a combination of research, education, outreach and advocacy. We are always seeking volunteers and interns to help accomplish our mission.
3220 Nebraska Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-0395
Labor/Community Strategy Center
The Labor/Community Strategy is a multiracial anticorporate "think tank/act tank" and National School for Strategic Organizing, committed to building democratic internationalist social movements.
3780 Wilshire Blvd. Ste 1200
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 387-3500
info@thestrategycenter.org
www.thestrategycenter.org
Los Angeles Business Council
The mission of the LABC is to act as an advocate for Los Angeles business leaders on key issues that impact their businesses and their communities. The LABC offers a distinct departure from the traditional models of trade and networking organizations by providing both education and a strong conduit to City Hall through targeted advocacy, select meetings and receptions with political leaders and key issue briefings.
Los Angeles Business Council
2029 Century Park East, Suite 1240
Los Angeles, CA 90067
(310) 226-7460
info@labusinesscouncil.org
www.labusinesscouncil.org
Nature Conservatory
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
201 Mission Street
4th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-0487
calweb@tnc.org
www.nature.org
North East Trees
North East Trees (NET) is a nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to designing, constructing and preserving green space in Northeast Los Angeles.
570 East Trees
570 West Avenue 26, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 441-8634
info@northeasttress.org
northeasttrees.org
Sustainable Places
Sustainable Works
A project of Community Partners. They are a non-profit organization funded by the City of Santa Monica’s Sustainable City Program and housed in the Center for Environmental and Urban Studies at Santa Monica College. They offer programs that promote sustainable practices in businesses, community colleges and residential communities.
1744 Pearls Street
Santa Monica CA 90405
(310)458-8716
Tree People
TreePeople's mission is to inspire the people of Los Angeles to take personal responsibility for the urban forest - educating, training and supporting them as they plant and care for trees and improve the neighborhoods in which they live, learn, work and play.
12601 Mulholland Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(818) 753-4600
info@treepeople.org
www.treepeople.org
Watts Garden Club
The Watts Garden Club is bringing about social, economic, and nutritional justice to Watts, CA, one seed at a time by building community gardens and providing educational programs for the community.
(323) 969-4740
Office and Paper Supplies
The Real Earth
P.O. Box 728
Malibu 90265
(800) 987-3326
www.therealearth.com
A wide variety of green supplies for any business and home office.
Real Estate and Financial Services
Arbor Financial Services
Emphasizes socially responsible investments.
225 S. Lake Ave., Suite 300
Pasadena 91101
(626) 296-9106
www.arborfin.com
Enright Premier Wealth Advisors
Offers comprehensive financial advice to individuals, families, privately held corporations, and charitable organizations. Specializes in socially and environmentally responsible investing.
21515 Hawthorne Blvd
Torrance 90503
(310) 543-4559 x 122
www.gregwendt.com
Lighthouse Properties
Agent representing green buyers and sellers and green real estate development. Markets properties to LOHAS community.
3121 Washington Blvd.
Marina Del Rey 90292
(310) 403-3078
www.greenhomesforsaleonline.com
Recycling
California Recycles
Recycling all types of electronics, phones, monitors, computers, TVs, printer toner, batteries, chargers.
1932 Cotner Ave.
Los Angeles 90025
(310) 478-3001
www.californiarecycles.com
Habitat Builders Surplus Store
Salvaged building materials. Carries used and antique doors, windows, tile, lighting, etc.
770 N Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena 91103
(626) 792-3838
www.sgvhabitat.org
West LA Recyling Center
Drop-off site that pays for beverage containers, newspapers, scrap metal. No money for cardboard, but they’ll take it.
4422 W. Jefferson Blvd.
Los Angeles 90016
(323) 737-8923
Research and Education
CSU Pomona
John T Lyle Center For Regenerative Studies
The mission of the Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies is to advance the principles of environmentally sustainable living through education, research, demonstration and community outreach. Fundamental to this mission is the design of interdependent, self-renewing life support systems using ecological principles that integrate the needs of society with the integrity of nature.
Offers a Masters Program in Regenerative Studies
Occidental College
Urban and Environmental Policy Institute
The Urban & Environmental Policy Institute is dedicated to the development of a more just, livable, and democratic region through research, education, community partnerships, organizing, and policy analysis and advocacy.
1882 Campus Road
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 259-2991
uepi@oxy.edu
USC Center for Sustainable Cities
The Center for Sustainable Cities educational efforts are based on the conviction that resolution of environmental problems demands contributions from professionals trained in a variety of knowledge fields, holding diverse backgrounds, political perspectives, and environmental philosophies, who must be able to work productively with multiple stakeholder groups.
Dr. Jennfier Wolch
Professor of Geography
Director, Center for Sustainable Cities
424B Kaprielian Hall
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0255
(213) 740-0521
www.usc.edu/dept/geography/ESPE/publications/naturesservices.html
The UC Coopertive Extension in Los Angeles
Information and programs on community gardens, nutrition, agriculture, and natural resources. Including instructions and assistance for starting a community garden, and a list of current gardens.
4800 Cesar Chavez Avenue
Los Angeles , CA 90022
(323) 260-2267
The Green Building Resource Center
A partnership between Global Green USA and the City of Santa Monica
The Center provides free design advice and information about environmentally-friendly building products and strategies. Including:
- Displays of environmentally friendly building materials
- Design advice for specific building projects
- Recent publications about green building and healthy homes
- Technical information for design and construction professionals
- Information about financial incentives and rebates for energy conserving appliance and water saving equipment
- A directory of local design and construction professionals with green building expertise
- Monthly educational workshops about green building topics
2218 Main Street
Santa Monica, California 90405
Hours are Wednesday, Friday & Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
and Thursdays 3:00 PM – 8PM
Phone (310) 452-7677. Fax (310) 581-2702.
Urban Planning
SustainLA
SustainLA is a joint City project encompasing the environmental programs of many different City departments and agencies. Their website brings information about these projects together in one place.
Santa Monica Sustainable City Plan
Santa Monica City is a leader in sustainability.
Details about their programs are on their website:
Sustainable Housing Development, Inc
520 S Virgil Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 385-8917
www.sustainablehousingdevelopment.com
Utilities
Green LA/LA Department of Water and Power
Pay a small premium on your LADWP bill after signing up and support clean energy and help bring more renewable power to our area. Available residentially and commercially.
111 N Hope St.
Los Angeles 90012
(800) DIAL-DWP
www.ladwp.com
3 Phases Energy Service
Sells green energy to homeowners, businesses, and utilities. Home owners can purchase green certificates to support clean energy development and offset emissions.
2100 Sepulveda Blvd Suite 38
Manhattan Beach 90266
(866) 476-9378
www.3phases.com
Transportation
LA BioFuel
LA BioFuel is committed to improving access to, and awareness of, biodiesel and other renewable fuels in the greater Los Angeles and Southern California area. They are working to increase regional production and distribution infrastructure, while offering public outreach and educational programs along with demonstrations and consulting services for corporate, small business and municipal customers and clients.
LA BioFuel, Inc.
P.O. Box 3096
Santa Monica, CA 90408
(310) 962-0488
LA Metro Transit Authority
LA City Bus and Rail
The Big Blue Bus
Santa Monica City Bus System
LA Bike Paths
An online guide to bicycle paths around Los Angeles and Northern Orange County: 'Class I,' paved, separate right-of-ways, mostly in parks, along rivers, beaches, and lakesides.
Other
grow-design
grow-design is an industrial design firm that creates sustainable to restorative solutions, uniting economic and environmental goals through the transformation of products, services, and systems. grow-design offers their green design services to businesses striving to make their products more ecologically responsible, aesthetically pleasing, and profitable.
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