Natural Stone and Green Design
This one-hour presentation is intended to explain how natural stone fits into the Green movement. The stone industry continues to reduce environmental impacts through technology advancements and responsible manufacturing and shipping processes. We will discuss historical uses of natural stone that have stood the test of time. You will see examples of how key characteristics of stone such as its life cycle and carbon footprint satisfy elements of green building standards.
Currently servicing the New York Metropolitan area.
Learning Objectives
- We will discuss historical uses of natural stone that have stood the test of time.
- You will see examples of how key characteristics of stone such as its life cycle and carbon footprint satisfy elements of green building standards.
For more than a quarter century, the world’s top architects and designers have put their trust in ABC Stone. Our strategic partnerships with top quarries the world over give us unparalleled access to the finest stones ever unearthed. Exotic marble, extraordinary granite, magnificent limestone in addition to an impressive array of onyx, travertine, quartzite and semi-precious, among other fine natural stones, make ABC a one stop stone resource for the A&D community.