What Is Green?

We at Green Meetup recognize that there remains a considerable amount of confusion, both from consumers and companies, as to what constitutes a Green product. Navigating through the on-line maze of advice from individuals and government agencies can be a daunting task, and informational deficiencies will no doubt result.

We do not claim to know everything about what is Green. There is no single solitary set of rules for what makes a product or a service Green, and that lack of a universal standard is something we take very seriously. Our criteria for determining whether we feel comfortable listing a company’s products and services centers around one key theme: Is this company making an effort above and beyond that of its competitors?

Companies whose products are created using organic, recycled or reused materials, whose products fit the EPA’s Energy Star and WaterSense parameters, or whose products include no harmful pesticides or irradiated materials, or are otherwise created in environmentally, sustainable, and/or socially conscious way, are all given the opportunity to be displayed on Green Meetup.com. In the months to come we will unveil our Green Meetup Certification Process, and we look forward to sharing that with you as it becomes available.

We trust both our Green Meetup companies to be honest and forthright about their information and our Green Meetup members to hold them accountable for that information. Green Meetup reserves the right to rescind access to any company that is found to be misleading about just how Green their products and services are.

We appreciate the fact that there is no simple answer to this question. It is our sincere hope that, in time, the process by which we determine which companies are Green will become more concrete. We value openness and transparency, and it is of the utmost important to us that accountability remain a top priority for our company. Consider this our good-faith effort to be honest with you about our definition of Green, and we hope you will respond in kind, by way of our rating options and our comment boxes, so that we might keep open the lines of communication. It is our reciprocal relationship that will ultimately contribute to the Greening of the planet.

Cheers and best wishes from all of us at Green Meetup.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I get started using Green Meetup?
Why should I Join Green Meetup as a Member?
What types of relationships can Green Meetup help foster?
How will Green Meetup help me?
What can I post on Green Meetup, and how do I go about it?
How do I add my event to the site?
How do I register for an event?
How do I advertise on the site or sponsor a Green Meetup Event?
I noticed a mistake on one of the pages- how do I let you know?

How do I get started using Green Meetup?

Companies: Green Meetup allows businesses to log in and create a profile and to list on our sitereputable services and products that advance Green lifestyles. It also allows businesses to freely market themselves to a wider audience. To get started click Join Green Meetup.
Members: Members can log in and register on Green Meetup. While anyone can browse the site without being “logged-in”, individuals are encouraged to become members in order to obtain the optimum interactivity within the Green Meetup environment. Navigate to our homepage and simply click “Meet Green Companies” or “Find Green Products” to start building connections and Greening your life. To join as a Member click Join Green Meetup.

Why Should I Join Green Meetup as a Member?

As a Green Meetup member, you will be able to rate and comment on a wide variety of Green products and services, post your favorite videos on Green news and technology or your environmental efforts, and solicit financial assistance from like-minded individuals to help fund your own green ventures.

What types of relationships can Green Meetup help foster?

Green Meetup presents a middle ground for business to business relationships, business to consumer relationships, and consumer to consumer relationships. Company profiles will be listed under the “Meet Green Companies” tab and products/services can be found under the “Find Green Products” or “Find Green Services” tab. Linking members to companies is an integral part of the Green Meetup mission.

How will Green Meetup help me?

Green Meetup is is the ultimate Green platform and is an essential networking tool for tracking environmental news, products, technology, regulations and upcoming Green events. Green Meetup simplifies the process for consumers looking for environmentally-friendly products, helps users find employment with Green companies, opportunities for posting and bidding on Green projects and connects entrepreneurs with investors.

What can I post on Green Meetup, and how do I go about it?

Companies: Register with GreenMeetup. With your user name and password, Log In to Green Meetup. From there you can utilize the Control Panel to add your products, services or videos. Select Marketplace to post a job, solicit a proposal for a Green project of your choice, or request financial assistance for an existing project. If you would like your company logo or an image of your product or service posted on the scrolling banner on our homepage, click Manage Banner; your addition will be displayed (along with those of other companies) on a rotating basis for 10 seconds at a time.
Members: Register with a username and password. From the Control Panel you can add Green videos or access the marketplace to request funds for your next Green project. Your request will be displayed for all users to see.

How do I add my event to the site?

To post an event to the site, please contact our Events Department at events@greenmeetup.com

How do I register for an event?

To register for an event, select the “Link” option on the Events page next to the event of your choice. You will be directed to the sponsor’s website where more information will be provided regarding their registration process. You can also register for Green Meetup sponsored events by visiting our Facebook page.

How do I advertise on the site or sponsor a Green Meetup Event?

To discuss the possibility of advertising on Green Meetup or to become a sponsor for one of our events, please contact our Sales Department at sales@greenmeetup.com

I noticed a mistake on one of the pages- how do I let you know?

If you’ve noticed an error or mistake on one of our pages, have a question or comment, or are worried that a company we have listed is not “Green”, please direct your concerns to our Helpline at info@greenmeetup.com