An acronym for Sustainability and Ecological Engagement and Development, the SEED™ Certification program was designed with three goals in mind: to encourage participation in our Grow™ initiative—that is, the use of sustainable and ecologically friendly practices; to give recognition to those who are actively pursuing these goals; and to help our accounts market their sustainability initiatives to current and prospective students and employees.

SEED™ Certification is a voluntary initiative. The certification process involves compiling points through sustainable and ecologically friendly practices. Points can be gained in the following categories: Non-Food Waste, Food Waste, Energy & Resources, and Sourcing. These points are tracked and totalled through site audits. Silver level is achieved with 1,200 points, Gold with 2,000, and Platinum with 3,500.

SEED™ Certified locations receive ecologically-friendly plaques, as well as other display materials, to let their customers know about their commitment to sustainability and ecologically friendly practices.

SEED™ Certification: another way Grow™ is evolving to meet our clients needs and our customers desires.