The Affiliated Chamber of Commerce of Greater Springfield, Inc. is proud to announce a partnership with a new virtual membership organization dedicated to connecting business professionals and to stimulating environmental business development and economic growth in Western Massachusetts.  Called GreenSpringfield, the new organization brings professionals from small businesses, green initiatives, and green business together online to share their knowledge about a wide range of topics, including new developments in green technologies, best practices in business, and business-building information.

ACCGS members will be able to take advantage of reduced membership fees in GreenSpringfield, paying just $35 a year for membership.  This is a $50 savings from the regular GreenSpringfield dues of $85 a year.

"We're excited about this new partnership and the benefits it will bring to our members," said ACCGS President Russell Denver.  "Using the power of the Internet to meet new people and to learn about green initiatives and green businesses in our region is sure to provide greater visibility and new business opportunities to our members who join GreenSpringfield.  I encourage everyoe to take advantage of this partnership."

GreenSpringfield members will receive a business Web profile on the social network that increases their exposure on the Internet, access to a blog where they can both read information provided by local business owners and post their own information, an events calendar highlighting area seminars and workshops, and a monthly eNewsletter keeping members up to date with new business and green information.

To join GreenSpringfield, visit www.greenspringfield.com.