Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Doing the right thing for the environment and your business. We can help!

Check: to see if your business is eligible for confidential, non-regulatory assistance.

Explore: all DNR permits to see which may be required.

Find: resources to help you comply.

The Small Business Environmental Assistance Program provides resources and tools to help a small business understand its environmental responsibilities under state and federal rules. Staff provide direct assistance to businesses with less than 100 employees (among other criteria). Read more about our program services (SB-002 [PDF]). Businesses of any size may find the program materials helpful, but should be aware the information provided may not cover the full range of requirements that may apply to businesses with high levels of pollution.

The program also strives to help small businesses take advantage of the opportunities when utilizing sustainable practices. Identifying, measuring and managing environmental impacts can bring tangible business value to companies of all sizes. If you are not sure which of the topics below might apply to your business, review the program's checklist of all environmental programs to learn more: Environmental Information Summary Checklist (SB-003) [PDF].

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