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WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?

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THE IMPACT & BENEFITS OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS

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WHAT ARE SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS

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SUSTAINABILITY & TRANSPARENCY

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THE IMPACT & BENEFITS OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS

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LEARN MORE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY & SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PRODUCTS

WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?
THE IMPACT & BENEFITS OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS
WHAT ARE SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS
SUSTAINABILITY & TRANSPARENCY
ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE MANUFACTURING
LEARN MORE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY & SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PRODUCTS

What is Sustainability?

Sustainability is defined as "avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance," and it's based on the principle that everything we need for our survival and well-being depends on our natural environment in some way. At Rulon International, our approach to sustainability rests in the overarching concept of sustainable design; this includes making sure our products are responsibly harvested and manufactured with minimal waste.

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The Impact & Benefits of Sustainable Building Materials

When it comes down to it, sustainability helps us meet our present needs without affecting the ability of future generations to meet theirs. Sustainability consists of three pillars: economic, environmental, and social (also referred to as people, planet, and profits). When companies make the intentional decision to follow sustainable principles, they'll positively contribute toward the three pillars of sustainability.

Sustainable building materials (also called eco building materials or eco-friendly building materials) have benefits that go beyond helping the environment. For example, our custom wood products:

  • Are durable and will stand the test of time
  • Help conserve energy and water
  • Put less waste in landfills
  • Reduce toxic chemicals and overall environmental impacts
  • Improve the health and happiness for those who enjoy the space
The benefits of using wood specifically have been highlighted by many, including Criswell Davis, and internationally recognized American hardwood expert, speaker, and hardwood specification consultant. In 2020, he gave a TedX Talk where he impressed upon the importance of using wood products in build and design:
When we bring hadrwoords and nature into our built spaces, we reaffirm our symbiotic relationship with trees and we reduce myriad stresses in our lives. American hardwoods in design around the world create extraordinarily beautiful spaces. It's important to remember that this beauty is achieved through an agricultural product that is renewing itselft constantly, is cleaning our air, and will last for generations. So I encourage you to incorporate wood into your built environments... comfortable in the knowledge that our American hardwood resource is well-managed and sustainable. (American Hardwood Improves Our Lives | Criswell Davis | TEDxDayton)
Since there are so many benefits to using sustainable materials, it's an easy choice to make when working on a project. With additional benefits provided by custom wood ceilings, tiles, and panels, it's only a matter of figguring out how you're going to incorporate them into your next design.
At Rulong International, we're proud to provice owners, designers, architects, contractors, and installers access to high-quality wood wall systems and other wood products, like ceiling and wall tiles. TO learn more about our products and find what you need for your project, contact our team.
  • How Rulon international's sustainable wood products contribute to better spaces:
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What Are Sustainable Building Materials?

Green buildings reduce negative impacts on our natural environment through their design, construction, or day-to-day operations. When done exceptionally well, green buildings can even contribute to positive impacts!

Green buildings use sustainable building materials that have a low environmental impact and have most, if not all, of the following attributes:
  • Natural
  • Non-Toxic
  • Safe
  • Durable
  • Reusable
  • Recyclable
  • Renewable
While wood has become an increasingly popular choice, other preferred sustainable building materials include cork, ferrock, straw, stone, rammed earth. Depending on your project, you can likely incorporate many of these materials into your build and design for a cleaner, greener end result that will continue to prove its merit over time.
  • Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing

    • Sustainable manufacturing is defined by the EPA as "the creation of manufactured products through economically-sound processes that minimize negative environmental impacts while conserving energy and natural resources."

    Today, the act of environmentally responsible manufacturing has crossed into companies, with many creating sustainability goals and setting dates for when those goals will be achieved.

    The EPA has noted that "[a] growing number of companies are treating 'sustainability' as an important objective in their strategy and operations to increase growth and global competitiveness. This trend has reached well beyond the small niche of those who traditionally positioned themselves as 'green,' and now includes many prominent businesses across many different industry sectors. In many cases, these efforts are having significant results."

    Apart from attracting more customers, getting more business, and gaining a competitive advantage, many companies can count on other benefits of environmentally responsible manufacturing, like reduced long-term operational costs, worthwhile tax credits, and brand recognition.

    Our commitment to sustainability has been going strong since we became an FSC Chain-of-Custody certificate holder in 1998! If you want to learn more about our sustainable wood ceilings and wall systems, contact our team.

  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Sustainably-Harvested Wood
  • Sustainability Certifications
  • FSC Certification

Sustainability & Transparency

Methodology, documentation, and visibility are critical for those that choose to incorporate sustainability in their builds and designs. At Rulon International, our lumber is responsibly sourced. We proudly hold documentation that verifies our materials are sustainably sourced and confidently rely on third-party testing to confirm the health of our material components to ensure we're providing the highest quality materials to those who use them.
We're committed to transparency in our sustainability efforts because we believe in helping the environment and helping those who wish to make greener buildings through sustainable materials. That's why we're always happy to provide this information upon request.

Sustainability & Transparency

Methodology, documentation, and visibility are critical for those that choose to incorporate sustainability in their builds and designs. At Rulon International, our lumber is responsibly sourced. We proudly hold documentation that verifies our materials are sustainably sourced and confidently rely on third-party testing to confirm the health of our material components to ensure we're providing the highest quality materials to those who use them.
We're committed to transparency in our sustainability efforts because we believe in helping the environment and helping those who wish to make greener buildings through sustainable materials. That's why we're always happy to provide this information upon request.

Learn More About Sustainability & Sustainable Building Products

At Rulon International, we insist on environmentally responsible manufacturing, and our products meet ILFI, LEED, and ceilings, tiles, and walls, are designed to leave a minimal impact on the environment while producing a stunning result you're proud to show off. To learn more about our sustainability efforts, or to find the perfect product for your project.
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