Broward County is committed to taking action to being a good steward of the environment. County Programs that bear the coveted Seal of Sustainability meet the triple bottom line of sustainability: Environment, Economy and Community. The Seal of Sustainability program identifies initiatives that provide better government today to ensure the future of Broward County’s environment, economy, and community. The program is used to gather the County’s qualifying green programs and projects under a single brand to highlight the County sustainability efforts, to demonstrate to the public our government’s commitment to sustainable operation, and to spread the culture of sustainability.
Why should you certify your County project, program, or plan?
The Seal of Sustainability program offers agencies an opportunity to associate the “Seal of Sustainability” logo with their sustainability projects, as a seal of sustainability. The program encourages all departments, divisions and employees to think about how their efforts meet the triple bottom line of sustainability: Environment, Economy and Community.
How the Program Works?
Any county agency or division that has a program or project that might meet the triple bottom line of sustainability should download the Program Criteria for Review.
Programs and projects are required to meet all three of the project criteria which relate to the components of the sustainability triple bottom line. Projects must be able to articulate their environmental, community, and economic benefit. At least one benefit must be quantifiable.
The second step in the process for those agencies meeting the Seal of Sustainability program criteria and wishing to use the “Seal of Sustainability” logo is to complete an Application. The application can be requested and submitted to GoGreen@Broward.org.
Once project approval is given, agencies may use the “Seal of Sustainability” logo on their program communications and marketing materials, include the footprint icon next to related commission agenda items appearing on the printed agenda, and are encouraged to add a sustainability statement to the promulgated cost box on any printed materials.
County Agencies Working to Make a More Sustainable Broward
Port Everglades
Broward County's Port Everglades has received numerous awards and recognition for their commitment to ensure the long-term interest of both the maritime community and the fragile environment within and around the Port by adhering to stringent governmental regulations, employing best management practices, careful study, and advancing progressive remedial and protective measures. From LEED-certified terminals to participating in Green Marine the largest voluntary environmental program for the maritime industry in North America, Port Everglades remains steadfast in its dedication to careful, ecologically sound growth. Learn more about
Port Everglades sustainability efforts.
Broward County Aviation Department
Broward County’s Aviation department (BCAD) is committed to integrating sustainability into the long-term business strategy, future development, day-to-day management, and operations of the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Sustainability efforts within and around the Airport include LEED Silver Certification for sustainable upgrades to airport facilities and development and implementation of Sustainable and Green Operations, Green Practices and Water Resources Protection programs. Learn more about
BCAD and
FLL sustainability efforts.
Green Building in Broward County
In October 2008, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution creating the County Green Building Policy. All new County-owned and operated buildings must achieve a minimum LEED rating of "LEED Certified". As an internationally recognized mark of excellence, LEED provides building owners and operators with a framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations and maintenance solutions. Learn more about
County LEED Buildings.
