Accomplishments

Greener Photography ~ The Year in Review

After more than two years in development, Greener Photography was unveiled publicly in September 2008 with the launch of our original website. Our goals were, and remain, lofty. We want to change the photographic industry by providing evidence-based research and information about the environmental impact of photography and the choices photographers can make to lessen their impact. Almost a year and a half later, we can look back with pride at what we have accomplished together so far.

We are so thrilled to have hundreds of photographers banding together for one purpose. As individuals, we each have opportunities to run greener business and live greener lifestyles. But as a collective, there is power in numbers. We hope that we will have your support in affecting change in our industry and making the world a greener place.

Accomplishments to date (2008-Present):

Community and Organization Development

Solicited reduced-cost website design (DMY Studio) and brand identity design (Double Vision Inc.)
Developed the Greener Photography website to house information, resources, and member directory
Populated the Greener Photography website with relevant information, resulting in a 4/10 Google page rank
Completed and filed federal tax-exempt non-profit corporation application
Coordinated 2,000 hours of volunteer services
Solicited pro-bono printing services from ProDPI Photo Lab
Solicited pro-bono graphic design services from Red Loves Green

Member Services

Designed introductory membership application process
Processed more than 200 membership applications
Compiled a 150-strong Member Directory
Compiled a 200+ waitlist to join.
Developed a photography-specific certification criteria of 100+ questions that will make GP membership more exclusive, more respected and of higher value.
Acquired GP member discounts