Leed/GreenIn general non-technical terms, sustainability is defined as the ability to support or to keep a process going for a significant, yet undefined period of time. In the construction industry, the concept takes on tighter parameters. Sustainability in this context has come to be synonymous with “environmentally friendly” and “green.” Engineers and architects define sustainability to mean having no net negative impact on the environment while providing a long life cycle of performance. It also embraces qualities such as energy savings, material reuse and minimal maintenance. In an effort to reduce the energy consumption across the country, more and more builders are embracing the concept of sustainable development––the ability to build the facilities and structures we need today without depleting resources for the future. Sustainability seeks to balance the economic, social and environmental impacts, recognizing that population growth will continue as will the need for more commercial structures. By its basic nature, this process is sustainable for a number of reasons. The process eliminates the need for a second floor covering material, which offers a significantly shorter life cycle than the concrete substrate. Carpeting is traditionally replaced on a frequent cycle, depending on traffic and wear, and although a wood surface typically lasts longer, it requires a higher degree of maintenance and frequent refinishing. Statistically, no floor covering materials comes close to outlasting its concrete foundation. Application methods for polishing concrete vary among suppliers. Although most chemicals used by the various suppliers are considered environmentally friendly, there is a significant environmental difference in wet versus dry grinding processes.
Propane -- Simply Better. Propane is one of the lightest, simplest hydrocarbons in existence, and as a result, is one of the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels.
Per pound of fuel burned, coal emits more than twice the amount of carbon dioxide as does propane.
By using propane gas instead of electricity, contractors can cut emissions and help preserve the environment.
The benefits of propane power:
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