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Three Principles of a Sustainable, Resilient Home

October 22, 2015
If you wanted to build a sustainable and resilient coastal home, what would it look like? That’s the question a multidisciplinary team of students at the Stevens Institute of Technology […]

Shale Revolution Accelerates Chemical Industry

October 22, 2015
According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), U.S. chemical production will continue to increase this year and next year.

Mahesh Ramanujam Named Incoming CEO of U.S. Green Building Council

October 22, 2015
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Board of Directors has announced that Chief Operating Officer Mahesh Ramanujam has been named incoming chief executive officer.

13 States Say EPA Water Pollution Rule Should Be Blocked Nationwide

October 21, 2015
Thirteen states and the Obama administration are battling in court over whether a new federal water pollution rule should apply in every state.

Chemical Industry Testifies on Freight Rail Rates

October 21, 2015
Freight rail shippers, including members of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) and the Chlorine Institute (CI), testified this week before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) on increasing competition amongst railroads and implementing more realistic approaches to resolving rate cases. 

New Wallcovering Standard Offers Sustainability Stamp of Approval

October 21, 2015
The wallcovering industry has a powerful sustainability standard to provide interior designers and their clients with certified sustainable products.

PVC Pipe Brings Clean Water to Families in Rural Honduras

October 21, 2015
The town of La Rinconada, Belen, recently put the finishing touches on a brand-new water system. The system includes a PVC transmission line, a tank, chlorine disinfection, PVC distribution lines, and residential taps for 24 families.

Vinyl Institute Names Cristian Barcan as Vice President of Sustainability and Industry Affairs

October 13, 2015
The Vinyl Institute welcomes Cristian Barcan as our new Vice President of Sustainability and Industry Affairs. In this new position, Cristian is responsible for leading the organization’s overall  campaign to advance the vinyl industry’s sustainability commitment and progress, and build positive relationships with key influencers as we showcase the beneficial applications of vinyl products.