If you are living in the bay area, you have more than a gazillion choices when shopping for pretty much any item.  One way you can help the environment and reward others that do the same is to shop at Bay Area Green Businesses.  These are companies that have gone through a rigorous application and certification process, and have been verified by the county to be as environmentally conscious as you can get.

While a lot of companies could change some of their business practices to meet the standard, you will be happy to know that Essentia Berkeley exceeded the standard just by being us.  We are officially a Bay Area Green Business and proud of it!

Here is a list of some Bay Area Green Businesses that you can shop at this holiday season and make a difference with every dollar you spend.

1) Essentia Berkeley - Essentia is the “World’s Only Natural Memory Foam Mattress”. Recently featured as Dr. Oz’s #1 “Hot List” Product, Essentia combines the health, environmental, and durability characteristics of natural latex with the superior comfort & physical support of memory foam technology.

2) Art.com – sells artwork and posters and does custom framing, all of which can be ordered online.

3) Bill’s Ace Hardware – Serving the Bay Area 62 green years.

4) Mike’s Bikes Berkeley – Sells and repairs bikes!

5) REI Berkeley – REI San Francisco is committed to operating as a conscious and environmentally sensitive business while supporting an active outdoor lifestyle.

If you would like to find other Bay Area Green Businesses, feel free to check out the BAGB website and directory.