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Objective:

To encourage and influence a more environmentally-conscious community as well as the acoustical and construction industries as a whole. Acoustical Solutions and its staff are committed to environmentally-sound practices by focusing on the reduction of waste and water usage, as well as the use of recyclable or recycled materials. Acoustical Solutions has developed a comprehensive sustainability policy to include environmental efforts related to waste, energy, travel, noise pollution, and education.

Resource Controls:

To continuously decrease the amount of resources including electricity, water, and materials used by Acoustical Solutions.

  • We recycle ink cartridges, paper, magazines or print publications, cardboard, and aluminum.
  • Lights in vacant offices or conference spaces are turned off when not in use.
  • All lights are turned off on weekends and evenings.
  • Heating and air conditioning are controlled at night and on weekends to reduce usage.
  • All efforts are made to use the best technologies for continuous improvement of efficiency in use of resources, processes, and materials used for production.
  • We scan all accounting paperwork in order to reduce paper usage.
  • All old paper files are shredded and recycled.
  • Energy-efficient films have been installed on the windows.
  • New energy-efficient white roof has been installed on building.
  • Additional insulation in ceiling to reduce energy usage.

Community Controls:

To reduce the impact of noise pollution on the local and surrounding communities through noise pollution education and providing environmentally-friendly sound solutions.

  • As an approved American Institute of Architects (AIA) course provider, technical acoustical representatives are available for on-site educational sessions.
  • Acoustical Solutions’ line of sustainable noise control products was created to provide one comprehensive acoustical solution to help business attain LEED certification.
  • Acoustical Solutions is continuously searching for and implementing new, more environmentally-friendly materials for use in our products.

Employee Controls:

To increase employee satisfaction to retain and attract employees and to ensure a healthy and safe workplace.

  • A low-emission company vehicle is available for use to all employees to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Technical sales representatives and installation team members are encouraged to carpool to all site visits and installations.
  • Employees are encouraged to use reusable kitchenware rather than disposable materials.
  • A Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle philosophy is encouraged throughout all departments.
  • Promote employee commitment and accountability to this policy through the active support of management team.

Distribution Controls:

To protect the environment from adverse impacts associated with the distribution of materials within the acoustics industry.

  • Packaging materials for large items are reused whenever possible to reduce waste.
  • All cardboard, pallets, or other shipping materials are recycled or reused on site.
  • Materials warehouse is located within walking distance to minimize transportation of overstocked items.

Event Controls:

  • Use lightweight 10' x 10' exhibit booth whenever possible.
  • Reuse 10' x 10' booth at each event as deemed relevant.
  • All unused digital catalogs will be shipped to the next event.
  • Material volumes will be condensed for shipping.
  • No incandescent lighting will be used during exhibits.
  • Additional booth signage will be multi-purpose for future exhibits.
  • Larger booth will be refurbished for use in bigger booth spaces rather than purchasing a new booth.
  • Carpeting and furnishings will be rented on site rather than shipped.
  • Show staff will be a maximum of two attendees in order to reduce unnecessary travel or equipment needs.

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