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KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program. [Company Name] [Date]. Speaker’s Name. [Speaker’s Title] [Company Name]. About [Company Name]. About KCMA. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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© Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, Reston, VA 20191
KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program
[Company Name]
[Date]
© Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, Reston, VA 20191
Speaker’s Name
[Speaker’s Title]
[Company Name]
© Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, Reston, VA 20191
About [Company Name]
© Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, Reston, VA 20191
About KCMA Voluntary, non-profit trade association for U.S. manufacturers of
kitchen cabinets, bath vanities, decorative laminate products and suppliers to the industry
Manufacturing members account for 80% of cabinet sales in U.S. market
Committed to excellence in manufacturing through continued quality, advocacy, and leadership
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Not Just Another Green Program Serious about Environmental Stewardship
Support from Board of Directors, Standing Committees, Members and Non-members
Not market driven but motivated by members wanting to do the right thing
KCMA has over 40 years of experience developing quality standards
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History of ESP Created to help…
Cabinet manufacturers demonstrate commitment to environmental sustainability
Consumers identify environmentally-friendly products
Launched in 2006
Only environmental certification program specifically focused on kitchen and bath cabinets
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History of ESP (cont.) Voluntary program
Establishes a standard administered by a reputable organization with a long history of experience in the kitchen cabinet industry
Based on currently available materials and practices and will change as better materials and practices become available
Currently there are over 152 ESP Certified Companies
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ESP Credibility In March 2009, ESP earned approval from Architectural Testing,
an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification organization, validating the ESP certification process.
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) ANSI-approved Green Building Standard™ references ESP as the benchmark in green cabinet standards.
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[Company] is ESP Certified ESP created an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to
the environment
Recognized the importance of sustainability
Met rigorous standards, some requiring 3rd party verification
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Exploring the Program Certification based on compliance in five categories:
Air Quality Product Resource Management Process Resource Management Environmental Stewardship Community Relations
Manufacturers must earn points in each category
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Points StructureCATEGORY POINTS
Air Quality 30
Product Resource Management 30
Process Resource Management 20
Environmental Stewardship 15
Community Relations 10
Certification requires a minimum of 80 out of 105 points
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Exploring the Program (cont.) Holistic approach to manufacturing sets it apart from other
“green” programs Examines process from growth and harvesting of raw materials to
manufacturing the end product
ESP Seal displayed on certified products
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Air Quality 80% of particleboard, medium density fiberboard, and plywood
used in the cabinets must meet the formaldehyde emission level of the California Air Resources Compwood ATCM and must be third-party certified to meet low formaldehyde emission standards
80% of hardboard used in the cabinets must be third-party certified to meet low formaldehyde standards.
75% of cabinets must be finished domestically. Finishes emit no greater hazardous air pollutants than allowed by local plant operating permits
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Product Resource Management 80% of particleboard, medium density fiberboard, and hardboard
used in cabinets must contain 100% recycled or recovered fiber content
Manufacturers utilize an annual, written training plan to educate their hardwood suppliers of their preference for purchasing certified lumber
Hardwoods, softwoods and plywood purchased are certified through a recognized sustainable forestry program
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Sustainable Forestry & Selective Harvesting
Ensures the resources removed from forests are at levels the forest is capable of renewing without damaging future supplies
Selective harvesting is the practice of periodically removing mature trees in order to allow young trees to grow Trees near their death or that have grown to an unproductive diameter
can stunt younger trees growth By periodically harvesting particular trees, forest regeneration is
improved, leading to healthier forests
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Process Resource Management Manufacturer has a comprehensive recycling program for
process wastes
Manufacturer has a program for tracking and reducing process wastes with documented goals and reports
Manufacturer uses process by-products to generate alternative energy
Manufacturer has a documented energy conservation program
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Environmental Stewardship Manufacturer is required to have a written policy stating a firm
commitment to environmental quality
Manufacturer has an Environmental Management System
Manufacturer reviews environmental practices and policies of its key vendors and contractors
Manufacturer has a documented program that promotes the use of renewable/recycled materials
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Community Relations Manufacturer demonstrates community involvement and
leadership through service or charitable organizations
Manufacturer observes all federal, state, and local environmental requirements
ESP participants agree to report to KCMA with 60 days of any local, state or federal citation in excess of $50,000 per violation explaining the circumstances of the citation or violation. Such citation or violation could lead to termination from the program.
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Finding ESP Certified Cabinets Identify [company’s] environmentally responsible cabinets by
looking for the ESP seal
[Company’s] ESP certified cabinet are available [location]
Go to [company’s Web site] for more information on our cabinetry
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GreenCabinetSource.org Aims to help educate audiences about ESP and KCMA’s role in
encouraging environmental responsibility industry-wide Consumers Builders/Remodelers Architects/Designers Media
Press center
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Awards & Accolades KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program Recognition
NAHB Green Building Award for Advocate of the Year Reference in NAHB ANSI-approved Green Building Standard Dan Esty endorsement
[Company] Recognition [Add any relevant awards, etc.]
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