Business Sustainability

Running a sustainable business is good for the environment, good for your community and increasingly good for business. The City of Canning actively supports local businesses on their sustainability journey through programs, resources and community initiatives.

Sustainable businesses in Canning

Check out the map of sustainable businesses and circular economy initiatives operating in Canning. The directory showcases businesses that are building a circular economy, transforming waste into new materials, supporting repairs and championing sustainability in the local community.

If your business is focused on sustainability or is doing something worth sharing, you can apply to be featured in the map. Being listed helps connect your business with community members who actively seek out sustainable options.

Reducing your environmental impact

The City provides opportunities for local businesses to understand and access practical options for reducing their environmental impact. This includes:

• resource recovery options that reduce waste to landfill and support a circular economy
• sustainable and low carbon transport options
• nature based solutions including increased tree canopy and best practice water management
• information on energy efficiency and renewable energy options.

Canning Decarbonisation Project

The City is engaging with local businesses through the Canning Decarbonisation Project to support the transition to lower carbon operations. If your business is interested in getting involved or finding out more, contact our Business and Economic Development team.

Light Industry Program

The City's Light Industry Program works closely with businesses and industry to help reduce their impact on the environment. If your business operates in a light industrial setting

Climate Ready Canning

The City's Climate Ready Canning strategy sets out our commitment to supporting the community, including local businesses, in preparing for and responding to climate change. For businesses this includes access to incentives, educational resources and programs to support sustainability goals and contribute to the community net-zero target.

Get in touch

If you would like to find out more about how the City can support your business sustainability goals, contact our Business and Economic Development team.

Call: 1300 422 664
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 5pm