ABOUT US

Commitment to Businesses

From 1999 to 2020, ClimateWise served as Northern Colorado’s premier sustainable business program, achieving remarkable successes in fostering a culture of sustainability and driving substantial savings for businesses. With the conclusion of ClimateWise, NOCOBiz Connect emerged to build on this legacy by offering a more inclusive and holistic approach to sustainable business programming.

NOCOBiz Connect is proudly and collaboratively administered, in partnership with the City of Fort Collins, Larimer County, Monarca Group, the State of Colorado, and a diverse network of regional businesses and organizations. Our local team of specialists provide bilingual support, technical assistance, and programming tailored to the unique needs of Northern Colorado businesses.

The program is designed to empower businesses by integrating environmental, social, and economic sustainability practices. Guided by a diverse group of stakeholders and rooted in Targeted Universalism and human-centered design principles, NOCOBiz Connect ensures inclusivity and equitable access to resources for all participants.

As the Fort Collins branch of the Colorado Green Business Network (CGBN), NOCOBiz Connect offers personalized support, opportunity assessments, workshops, events and statewide recognition. Fort Collins businesses are encouraged to register here to join the program and access these valuable resources. While NOCOBiz Connect currently supports the CGBN exclusively in Fort Collins, businesses in Wellington and Berthoud can also participate in NOCOBiz Connect by registering here.

Thanks to the added partnership with Larimer County, NOCOBiz Connect is expanding its reach into Wellington and Berthoud, creating new opportunities for businesses to engage in sustainability and strengthen their environmental, social, and economic impact. Together, we are building a stronger, more resilient business community for Northern Colorado.

Our Partners

Program Advisory Committee (PAC)

The NOCOBiz Connect Program Advisory Committee comprises a dynamic blend of businesses and key stakeholders strategically positioned as partners to shape the evolution of the program. With a focus on fostering collaboration, the committee actively influences outreach initiatives, proposes compelling events, and addresses the distinctive needs and challenges encountered by businesses dedicated to sustainable practices in northern Colorado. Distinguished members of the committee include: