
Products that carry the GreenSure designation offer maximum performance, long-term durability and were designed and manufactured taking steps to reduce environmental impact and to meet or exceed the most stringent regulatory requirements. To that end, the company developed the GreenSure symbol to help professionals identify the products that meet the highest green coating standards. Sherwin-Williams believes the optimal green coating should do two things: minimize the impact on air quality and deliver maximum performance. Sherwin-Williams offers the most comprehensive lineup of paints and coatings to comply with environmental regulations set forth by a variety of organizations including the United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI), Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS), Green Guide for Healthcare (GGHC), National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB), Master Painters Institute (MPI), California Air Resources Board (CARB), South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) and the Canadian Green Building Council (CaGBC). Responsibility – Every Sherwin-Williams employee takes responsibility for reducing the company’s impact on the environment. R espect – Sherwin Williams respects the customs, cultures and social needs in all communities where we conduct business. Innovation – Sherwin Williams develops new products and processes that reduce the environmental impact throughout the life cycle of their use.Īccountability – Sherwin Williams measures progress and holds itself accountable for making continuous improvement, reporting our progress and making legitimate claims. This commitment to environmental responsibility helped earn the company the 2011 EPA Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award.ĮcoVision, a company-wide commitment to identify and implement practices that reduce environmental impact, is a shared and ongoing vision that all Sherwin-Williams employees help achieve through five main pillars:Ĭonservation – Sherwin Williams considers the environmental impact of its actions and promotes the conservation of natural resources. Sherwin-Williams is committed to being a recognized leader in the development of sustainable processes, products and activities that preserve natural resources, protect the environment, and contribute to social improvement. The company supports architects, builders, designers, specifiers, property managers and contractors through fast, flexible, responsive local service and expert, personalized advice. Paints, stains, masonry coatings, floor and wall coverings, equipment and supplies are sold through its 3,400 stores and 1,700 sales representatives throughout North America. Sherwin-Williams is the most recognized paint brand in the world and owns its own manufacturing and distribution facilities, stores and transportation fleet. Colorado Real Estate Journal - Sherwin-Williams Putting Green Ideas to Work
