Green Crown Program

Did you know?

120 Billion disposable cups are used by American each year
500 million straws used per day
98% of delivery/takeout meals are consumed at home or at work where reusable cutlery is available
Americans use 500 million drinking straws every day
40 billion plastic knives, forks and spoons are disposed of in one year and are used for less than 15 minutes
In the US, the restaurant industry generates about 11.4 million tons of food waste annually at a cost of roughly $25 billion every year

Charlotte's Green Crown is a citywide voluntary and free program that shines a spotlight on eating and drinking establishments in the restaurant and beverage industry implementing environmentally sustainable practices. Complementing the city's larger sustainability and resilience strategy, Green Crown business demonstrate their commitment to the environment through four main categories:
Waste Management, Energy and Water Conservation, Pollution Reduction, Commitment to the Community.

The Green Crown Program is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Originally launched a few years ago, this is a citywide voluntary and free program that shines a spotlight on establishment implementing environmentally sustainable practices. Green Crown is a core piece of the city's overall commitment to sustainability and resilience.

The program has expanded to now allow businesses in the restaurant, beverage and hospitality industries to receive recognition for their sustainable practices. More information will come soon, but applications are open!

Think Your Establishment Qualifies?

Applications will be reviewed annually, with certification lasting 1 year.

Email questions to greencrown@charlottenc.gov

Restaurant Application Hospitality Application Catering Application