specializes in certification for sustainable farmers, vineyards, builders, urban developers and land managers. The certification program offers insights on environmental protection, as well as independent certifications for businesses that employ environmental practices specifically to protect water quality and habitat. As the name suggests, they also prioritizes native salmon wellbeing by certifying businesses that keep urban and agricultural watersheds clean.

Their Vineyard Certification motivates wine producers to reduce runoff, protect water quality and enhance native biodiversity. In order to obtain certification, businesses must undergo a day-long site assessment that inspects and analyzes aspects such as the site’s stormwater management, enhancement of native habitat, pesticide reduction and other environmental factors. If the farming practices and developments observed on the site are proven to be safe for the wetlands, habitats and wildlife surrounding the area, a company can be deemed Salmon Safe certified.

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