GREENGUARD Launches Campaign to Strengthen IAQ Requirements in LEED
| By Kim Matsoukas |
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The sustainability movement has evolved from promoting basic practices like recycling and carpooling into something much larger. Fortunately, many companies are now thinking about the bigger picture, which means taking a holistic approach to addressing their environmental footprint by greening their supply chains. After all, every product or raw material we purchase has an associated environmental impact. This is especially true for … |
GREENGUARD Launches Campaign to Strengthen IAQ Requirements in LEED
In response to recently proposed changes to the LEED Rating System, the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute has launched a public campaign urging the U.S. Green Building Council to strengthen its credit requirements for low-emitting interiors.
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Sustainability Standard for Wall Covering Products Announced
The Wallcoverings Association (WA) recently announced the availability of its new Sustainability Standard (known as NSF/ANSI 342) for wall covering products that meet environmental stewardship guidelines.
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SCS Becomes First 'level' Certifier to Earn ISO Accreditation
Scientific Certification Systems recently became the first certifier of the level standard to earn ISO-65 accreditation, an internationally recognized performance standard for third-party certification bodies.
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A World of Fabrics Goes Online
Carnegie recently turned to the Carbone Smolan Agency to create an online outlet (www.carnegiefabrics.com) that enables customers to discover the company's extensive offerings.
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