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Still so many more questions than answers. One thing for sure, like it or not, is
that environmental issues impact us all. We call them environmental issues but in
reality they are about the quality of our lives and the conditions that we leave
behind. Within all the confusion regarding what to do or not to do one thing stands
out clearly, we must consider the consequences of our actions and be responsible
for them, we must be the change we’d like to see.
Some things that are clear; recycle, reuse, dispose of properly, protect the surrounding
landscape, be economical and judicious in product selection and procurement (create
less waste) and application techniques (the best place for left over paint is on
the wall), use low or “no” VOC products, use higher grade material which will require
repainting less often, be aware of imbedded environmental impacts (the distance
from the manufacturer and transportation fuel consumption, manufacturing fuel consumption,
mining of raw ingredients and that footprint, use of natural earth and ultimate
organic paints, additives such as biocides, mildewicides, and pesticides, reflective
and insulating coatings.
There are so many considerations that taken all together
this becomes very unclear.
One thing that remains clear:
Going green will require a committed effort with a long range goal focused philosophy
and the ability to negotiate an obscured, confusing and constantly changing course.
Some of our goals:
Switch all materials to no VOC or earth pigments and organic coatings, use recycled
paints and establish a paint recycling service, reduce the fuel and power consumption
of our business, participate in accredited ‘green’ projects, spread the word, protect
the environment, be aware, be concerned, be vigilant, be the change. |
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