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Linetec wins Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Award

Linetec wins Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Award

Posted by | Aug 19, 2019 | 0 |

“We are proud of our long-standing reputation as a leader in environmentally conscious practices and sustainable finishing options,” said Rick Marshall, Linetec’s president. Linetec instituted a paint solvent management and recycling program with one of its suppliers. The supplier safely cleans the used solvent and returns it to Linetec for re-use. On a yearly basis, 190.6 tons of waste solvent are recycled and 128.3 tons of recycled solvent are purchased.

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PA innovators and projects honored by 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania

PA innovators and projects honored by 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania

Posted by | Feb 20, 2019 | 0 |

Pennsylvania’s leading voice for smart growth, 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania, has honored Bethlehem, PA innovators and projects in the statewide nonprofit’s annual awards program. A mayor, social entrepreneur, planner and developer were recognized for their individual and collaborative efforts of alternative economic development strategies that helped revitalize the deindustrialized city.

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Behr Paint Company Gives Back with Grants to Local Santa Ana Organizations

Posted by | Dec 20, 2018 | 0 |

Behr Paint Company awarded grants to six nonprofit organizations that are making a difference in Orange County. The grants are part of the Masco Million Differences campaign, an initiative in which Masco Corporation, through its business units, allocated $1,000,000 in 2018 to support nonprofit organizations across the country.

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AAMA and World Vision fill 500 backpacks with supplies for in-need children

AAMA and World Vision fill 500 backpacks with supplies for in-need children

Posted by | Oct 17, 2018 | 0 |

During the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 2018 National Fall Conference, volunteers filled backpacks with school supplies to benefit children at a local Title I elementary school in Tucson, Arizona. A total of 500 backpacks were filled and distributed during the event. This build was coordinated in partnership with World Vision, a humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities to help them reach their full potential. World Vision does this by tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice.

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INSTALL connects veterans to floorcovering industry

INSTALL connects veterans to floorcovering industry

Posted by | Oct 12, 2018 | 0 |

In April 2016, INSTALL and Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) forged a partnership calling on INSTALL contractors to sponsor veterans with the goal of bringing new skilled workers into the floorcovering industry through apprenticeships. Since then, more than 200 vets have shown interest in an apprenticeship and INSTALL is actively working to connect them to contractors for possible career opportunities.

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Architects stand ready to respond during hurricane season

Posted by | Jun 14, 2018 | 0 |

Since 1972, AIA’s Disaster Assistance Program has provided volunteer and professional services to communities—both nationally and internationally—before and after disasters. As part of the program, AIA trains architects to assess the habitability of structures impacted by a disaster. AIA responds to disasters when the need overwhelms authorities having jurisdiction and they request AIA’s assistance. By inviting architects to assist local authorities, those affected can return to their homes and businesses more efficiently to begin the recovery process. Additionally, architects assist with other building and planning mitigation efforts.

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Arup Principal Jon Hurt joins Engineers Without Borders USA Board of Directors

Posted by | Aug 24, 2017 | 0 |

Hurt noted, “From students to seasoned professionals, engineers are fantastic resource, and this is a fantastic opportunity for us to make a lasting, positive impact on developing communities. EWB-USA is a unique organization that’s crossing the boundaries between the AEC industries and humanitarian organizations and NGOs. I’m honored to join the board of such a progressive organization.”

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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