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FSC Certified Mendocino Redwood and LEED Points

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The LEED® green building certification program was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC®) in 2000. It has incredible value from an environmental standpoint the world over. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental...

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The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC): Committed to Environmentally Responsible Forest Management

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From its inception, the mission and vision of the Forest Stewardship Council has been to promote environmentally sound and socially responsible management of forestlands in a way that does not compromise economic prosperity. The history of FSC...

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Mendocino Redwood to be Showcased at Greenbuild 2012 in San Francisco

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Mendocino Redwood will be showcased at Greenbuild 2012 in San Francisco alongside several other products available at The Home Depot. This year The Home Depot 20’x50’ booth space will be focused on their new LEED® for Homes partnership with the...

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Red is the New Green! Why FSC Certified Mendocino Redwood is the Sustainable Choice for Outdoor Living Projects

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Green Living is on the minds of many homeowners and contractors these days.   “Climate change”, “greenhouse gases” and “carbon footprint” have become part of our vocabulary, and most of us are looking for ways to preserve and protect...

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Oakland A’s Fans Enjoy Earth Day Event, Take Home 10,000 Redwood Seedlings

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On Sunday, April 22nd Oakland A’s fans enjoyed a great game, wonderful weather, and a special Earth Day celebration courtesy of Mendocino Redwood. The A’s faced off against the Cleveland Indians and won the game 5-1 on a warm and sunny day in...

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Athletics Give 10,000 Fans Redwood Trees on Earth Day, Courtesy of Mendocino Redwood

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OAKLAND, Calif. – In recognition of Earth Day, observed globally April 22 to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's natural environment, the A’s will give a redwood seedling to 10,000 fans Sunday before the A’s 1:05 p.m. game vs....

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Choose FSC Certified Mendocino Lumber at The Home Depot

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Corey Brinkema, President of the Forest Stewardship Council in the United States (FSC-US), discusses why FSC matters for wildlife habitat and water quality. To learn more about the Forest Stewardship Council, including where you may purchase FSC...

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FSC, LEED and the Certified Wood Credit

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Those familiar with the growing green building movement are probably aware of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and its LEED green building certification standards. Those interested in learning more may visit our blog post on this subject,...

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Mendocino Participates in FSC Exhibit at GreenBuild 2010

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Mendocino Redwood Company and sister organization, Humboldt Redwood Company, provided sponsorship of the Forest Stewardship Council’s exhibit at the 2010 GreenBuild International Conference and Expo in Chicago. GreenBuild is presented by the U.S....

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