Category: Sustainability
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Blog poll result: Are we green yet?
We spend a lot of time on our blog, and we’re so grateful that you do too – that’s why…
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Successful sustainability requires government action, not just support of big businesses
According to this year’s GlobeScan / SustainAbility Survey, the downward slide of government leadership is driving the green agenda forward. …
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Furniture asset management services saves costs, reduces downtime and cuts carbon emissions for global hotel brand
The team at The Refinishing Touch recently had the pleasure of working in beautiful Monterey to complete a reupholstery project…
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Campus and community construction continues in Oregon
Cranes, trucks and clouds of dust are a familiar site across the Oregon State University campus as construction to develop…
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A case of good taste: The Refinishing Touch featured in Eastern Hotelier
If you’re a subscriber to Eastern Hotelier and have already received the most recent edition, flip to page 19. Our…
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Portfolio-Wide Sustainability: A Snapshot of GSA Initiatives
Guest author: Eleni Reed, Chief Greening Officer, Public Building Service, US General Services Administration Creating a more sustainable government is…
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Greening LA: Putting sustainable initiatives in motion
Last week, councilman Paul Koretz proposed an inspiring motion to reduce the carbon footprint of Los Angeles 80 percent by…
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Safety first: Refinish with caution
With any renovation project – whether it be on a large-scale or done at home – safety comes first. Oftentimes,…
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It’s time to get educated: USGBC brings green to the classroom
The US Green Building Council has revealed national plans to educate all students on sustainability. Its ultimate goal is for…