RPG supports the mission of the USGBC to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. In 1995, the USGBC developed the LEED rating system for developing high-performance, sustainable buildings. Members of the USGBC representing all segments of the building industry developed LEED and continue to contribute to its evolution.

Green is more than just LEED, however. It’s a way of life, stewardship and for many, simply makes good business sense. As an acoustical manufacturer, we are focused on providing sustainable acoustical products, however, indoor environmental quality is more than just acoustics. It also incorporates thermal comfort, indoor air quality and lighting quality, and is an integral aspect of high performance building design. For more information on indoor environmental quality and high performance design contact Peter C. D’Antonio, RPG’s LEED AP.

At RPG, we strive for a sustainable approach to manufacturing, by meetng present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainable construction is defined as "the creation and responsible management of a healthy built environment based on resource efficient and ecological principles". Sustainably designed buildings aim to lessen their impact on our environment through energy and resource efficiency. Sustainable facilities use land wisely, use energy water and materials efficiently, enhance human health and well being, are economical to operate, and promote recycling.

As one of the world’s leading innovators in the design and manufacture of acoustical materials, we also want to lead our industry in utilizing environmentally friendly materials and processes. Some of the approaches we have instituted are:

• Use of recycled materials and resources that are natural, plentiful or renewable
• Forest Stewardship Council wood products
• Waste recycling efforts
• Purchasing “green” power
• Creating more resource efficient manufacturing processes
• Use of environmentally friendly plastics
• Use building materials, components, and systems found locally or regionally
• Quantify the recycled content of our products
• Quantify the use of low/no VOC stains and finishes
• Use recycled or recyclable product packaging
• Promote our products through “green product directories”

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