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By Liz Switzer For Boa-Franc and its Mirage brand of hardwood flooring, environmental responsibility goes deeper than best business practices. The concept of being “naturally responsible” – the company mantra – is rooted in the Saint-Georges, Quebec, manufacturer’s beginnings 20- plus... more
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By Ed Korczak Executive Director, National Wood Flooring AssociationWhen people talk about green flooring options, they often think about the flooring material itself — wood, stone, vinyl, carpet, etc. — but there are other major components used in any flooring installation that impact the... more
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By Melissa McGuire Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Mary Richardson Kennedy have built a reputation as environmental leaders. They can now add green-building pioneers to their list of crowning achievements... more
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In every issue of GO magazine, an industry executive is asked five questions related to sustainability and/or the environment. The interviewee is given no prior knowledge of the questions, which are answered within a 5-minute time frame... more
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By Steven Feldman LANCASTER, PA.—As the economy shows signs of improving and retailers report more consumers walking through their doors, manufacturers are scrambling to find ways to differentiate themselves. The best way to do this is to... more
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By Jeffrey King Increased public awareness has led to a growing market demand for environmentally friendly or green building design, construction practices and products. Manufacturers are promoting their green products, homeowners demanding green construction renovation and... more
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By Bill Hall Partner, Winston & Strawn LLPThe Federal government spends approximately $500 billion a year on products and services. On Oct. 5, 2009, President Obama issued Executive Order 13514, titled “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance,” through which he intends to... more
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By Ken Ryan When consumers choose environmentally friendly products for their homes, items like CFL light bulbs, windows, programmable thermostats, insulation, even showerheads often rank ahead of carpets and linoleum. But flooring is contributing to green home building and... more
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By Emily Hooper BALTIMORE—Club member. Society fellow. VIP. Part of the crew. One of the gang. However you want to say it, it should be in reference to J.J. Haines’ Loyalty Club. With 283 members and additional prospects in attendance, this year’s convention readied retailers to... more
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By Steven Feldman PRINCETON, N.J.—For the first time in a long time, all indications point to Congoleum’s emergence from the Chapter 11 bankruptcy it entered into six-plus years ago. Roger Marcus, president and CEO, told FCNews a week ago he believes... more
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