Welcome to the BR Funsten Green Website!
B. R. FUNSTEN AND COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS COMPANY MISSION:
As a company that is celebrating its 50th year in servicing the Northern California/Reno market, B.R. Funsten/Commercial Solutions is committed to leading by example when it comes to environmental stewardship. We have made major changes in the way we do business to reduce our energy and water needs and divert 75% of our waste from landfills. We strive to provide flooring products that have sustainable qualities to meet the needs of an increasingly “green” conscious society. At B.R. Funsten/Commercial Solutions, we believe that operations driven by environmental principles are good for business and good for the planet.
IN THE NEWS
Forest Stewardship Counsil and CARB:
“Yes, this is the perfect day to talk about some of the moves the B. R. Funsten and Tom Duffy have made to improve our “green” spirit. Green forests remind me of the recent moves we have made to be both Forest Stewardship Council and CARB compliant.” <read the full article here >
Catch The LEED Wave:
“The state of California and many municipalities have re-written or continue to refine their building codes to incorporate strategies that will reduce their impact on the environment and make them... ” <read the full article here >
IN OTHER INDUSTRY NEWS:
The Clinton Climate Initiative and the U.S. Green Building Council Expand Global Partnership
The Clinton Climate Initiative and the U.S. Green Building Council expanded their partnership to radically reduce CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions from the built environment on a global scale, with an initial focus on accelerating efforts to drive efficiency in existing buildings.<more>
Green Jobs to Refuel the Economy: National Studies Show Green Building as Key Part of America’s Economic Future
Among the findings, builders and developers are 83% more likely to seek LEED certification for building projects in the next three years because of the long-term financial savings and profitability. <more>