Environmental Programs

We take pride in our close relationship with Armstrong, a Charter Member of the US Green Building Council (USGBC). Together, with your help, we can improve the environment.

Celebrating a Decade of Recycling!

In 1999, Armstrong Ceilings introduced the concept of ceiling recycling to the industry.

Since that time, Armstrong – in collaboration with partners around the country – has diverted more than 80 million square feet of old ceilings from landfills.

RESOURCES:

Armstrong Celebrates 10 years of Recycling
Recycling program video clip [1 min: 17 sec]
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Requirements for recycling ceiling tile (PDF)
Recycled content by product (PDF)
How Armstrong products can help achieve LEED ® credits (PDF)
Sustainable Design Information Sheet (PDF)
Calculate your recycling cost savings now - interactive program
Reclamation Specification for your next project
Success stories and case studies
Armstrong environmental flooring solutions

LITERATURE:
Armstrong Ceiling Recycling Program (PDF)

Green Genie Tools

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Save time on your next sustainable design project. The Green Genie can help you to research, calculate and document which Armstrong Ceiling and Wall Systems products best meet the environmental criteria needed for your project. Access the tool 24/7 and get the LEED^® information and documentation you need for the design or submittal process.

Recycle Your Old Ceilings
Armstrong and CSD continue to make a strong commitment to sustainability through a focus on the environment, the economy and society. Our closed-loop Ceiling Recycling Program is but one example of how innovative products and services can contribute to protecting the environment, preserving natural resources and reducing our environmental footprint. An industry first and only one-of-its-kind, more than 20 million square feet of ceilings have been recycled since 1999.

It’s good for you.
	No landfill fees or dumpster costs. We’ll pick up your old ceiling tiles.
	Removing old ceilings for recycling provides an early view of potential problems, structural issues and abatement needs.
	Orderly ceiling removal eliminates confusion and space limitations during demolition.
	Achieve LEED ® credits by including ceiling recycling in your construction waste plan.
	Show your commitment to the environment.

It’s good for the planet.
	Less landfill impact
	Preserves our natural resources.
	Closed-loop process enables old ceilings to become new again with higher post-consumer content; saves on use of virgin materials.

	Armstrong is a Charter Member of the US Green Building Council (USGBC). Together, we can improve the environment.
LEED ® is a registered trademark of the United States Green Building Council.

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CSD and Penn State University recycling together for the environment