Dining for a Better Planet: Why Certified Green Restaurants® Matter
Purchasing locally (within 300 miles), offering more plant-based menu items, and sustainable seafood.
Upgraded fixtures that can save over 7,000 gallons of water per year. dinegreen
A Certified Green Restaurant® isn't just about switching to paper straws. It involves a rigorous, transparent third-party certification process that evaluates a restaurant across several categories, including:
Restaurants are significant consumers of resources, often using 5-7 times more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings. However, a green revolution is happening, and it’s being led by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), a national non-profit that has been certifying sustainable dining since 1990. Dining for a Better Planet: Why Certified Green
The movement is accelerating. In 2025 alone, Certified Green Restaurants® carried out over 41,000 environmental steps. By supporting these establishments, you are supporting: Announcing the 2025 Green Restaurant Awards
Comprehensive recycling and composting programs. In 2025 alone, Certified Green Restaurants® carried out
Using 100% LED lighting and Energy Star equipment. Impact by the Numbers (2025/2026)