{"id":21469,"date":"2022-04-12T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-12T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/?p=21469"},"modified":"2024-11-11T13:55:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T19:55:24","slug":"sustainability-its-our-foundation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/sustainability-its-our-foundation\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability: It&#8217;s Our Foundation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Since Room &amp; Board was established in 1980, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/sustainable-furniture?icamp=blog_AboutUs\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/sustainable-furniture?icamp=blog_AboutUs\" target=\"_blank\">sustainable practices have been fundamental to our organization<\/a>. We believe quality construction and timeless design add up to furniture that\u2019s kinder to the planet. Through this approach, we are able to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create furniture that has an enduring place in your home, helping combat the nearly 10,000 tons of furniture that goes to landfills annually.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce the distance our furniture travels since more than 90% of our pieces are made in America (from U.S. and imported materials).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with our manufacturing partners and artisans to seek out sustainable, innovative, high-quality materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This Earth Day, as we reflect on our pledge to fight climate change, we are excited to share a bit about our dedication to environmental stewardship and how we are expanding and amplifying our sustainability commitments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TNC_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TNC_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TNC_feature-475x338.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Staff members from our Central Office at a tree-planting volunteer day led by our Community Partner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.org\/en-us\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nature.org\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Nature Conservancy<\/a><\/em>, <em>this past fall.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-elevating-our-position-as-a-sustainability-leader\">Elevating Our Position as a Sustainability Leader<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are determined to help fight climate change and ensure we&#8217;re doing our part to protect the planet for generations to come. One way we&#8217;re doing this is by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/emily-mcgarvey-joins-room--board-as-director-of-sustainability-301502313.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/emily-mcgarvey-joins-room--board-as-director-of-sustainability-301502313.html\" target=\"_blank\">hiring our first Director of Sustainability, Emily McGarvey,<\/a> who brings 20 years of experience spearheading social and environmental strategies with a focus on product, supply chain, operations and branding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this new role, Emily is taking the lead on implementing environmentally sound strategies that advance Room &amp; Board&#8217;s mission of delivering built-to-last furniture through sustainable practices that prioritize American craftsmanship. Emily has already developed a robust approach to help guide these efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My initial framework for furthering Room &amp; Board&#8217;s sustainability strategy is to elevate our position as a sustainability leader by focusing on how our furnishings and decor are better for people and the planet, and to standardize the measures we hold ourselves to for our products and operations,&#8221; said Emily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_Emily_McGarvey_feature-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21549\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_Emily_McGarvey_feature-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_Emily_McGarvey_feature-475x714.jpg 475w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_Emily_McGarvey_feature.jpg 728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Emily McGarvey, our Director of Sustainability.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-highlight-on-sustainable-products\">Highlight On Sustainable Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Room &amp; Board, we are sustainable by design, which is why we work with a variety of environmentally focused manufacturing partners, including the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/craftspeople\/urban-wood-project\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/craftspeople\/urban-wood-project\" target=\"_blank\">Urban Wood Project<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/craftspeople\/loll-designs\" target=\"_blank\">Loll Designs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Urban Wood Project<\/strong><br>Through a unique partnership between the USDA Forest Service and Room &amp; Board, reclaimed wood that would otherwise end up in landfills is turned into beautiful, sustainable furniture and decor. What started in Baltimore\u2014with reclaimed lumber from row houses slated for demolition\u2014has expanded to Detroit, Sacramento and Minneapolis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"539\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/orlin_500006_21e-2_feature.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/orlin_500006_21e-2_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/orlin_500006_21e-2_feature-475x352.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Our <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/dining-and-kitchen\/tables\/orlin-tables\/605708?articleNumber=605708&amp;CHAR_605708_ORLIN_COLL_WOOD=ASH&amp;icamp=blog_PDP\" data-type=\"URL\" target=\"_blank\">Orlin dining table<\/a> (pictured above with <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/dining-and-kitchen\/chairs\/evan-chair-with-wood-seat\/473239?articleNumber=473239&amp;CHAR_473239_EVAN_COLL_WOOD=WA&amp;icamp=blog_PDP\" data-type=\"URL\" target=\"_blank\">Evan chairs<\/a>) is made from reclaimed Minneapolis ash trees that were removed due to emerald ash borer.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Loll Designs<\/strong><br>With a focus on circular products, Loll Designs crafts sustainable outdoor furniture that stands up to any climate. Based in Duluth, Minnesota, all of Loll&#8217;s furniture is created from high-density polyethylene made partially from recycled plastics like milk jugs and shampoo bottles. And once the furniture has enjoyed a (very long) life, every part of it can be recycled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/emmet_232812_16e_feature.jpg\" alt=\"Emmet outdoor chairs from recycled plastic\" class=\"wp-image-7140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/emmet_232812_16e_feature.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/emmet_232812_16e_feature-475x324.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Our <a data-type=\"URL\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/catalog\/outdoor\/loll-designs-collection\/emmet-lounge-chair-and-ottoman?icamp=blog_PDP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emmet lounge chair<\/a> is Cradle to Cradle BRONZE-certified&#x2122; for sustainability.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-supporting-solutions-to-climate-change\">Supporting Solutions to Climate Change<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We also contribute to and work with a variety of organizations to help support environmental causes that impact us all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local Support<\/strong><br>Through our&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/making-an-impact-our-2021-community-support-partnerships\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/making-an-impact-our-2021-community-support-partnerships\/\" target=\"_blank\">Community Partnership Program<\/a>, Room &amp; Board staff members are given the opportunity to partner with nonprofit organizations in their area. Some of our teams have chosen to work with groups that focus on sustainability and the environment, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/austinparks.org\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/austinparks.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Austin Parks Foundation<\/a> (Texas)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encenter.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/encenter.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" target=\"_blank\">Environmental Nature Center<\/a> (California)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pvplc.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pvplc.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" target=\"_blank\">Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy<\/a> (California)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parksandpeople.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.parksandpeople.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" target=\"_blank\">Parks &amp; People Foundation<\/a> (Maryland)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teaneckcreek.org\/what-we-do?icamp=blog_CPartner\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.teaneckcreek.org\/what-we-do?icamp=blog_CPartner\" target=\"_blank\">Teaneck Creek Conservancy<\/a> (New Jersey)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/sanfranciscoparksalliance.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sanfranciscoparksalliance.org\/?icamp=blog_CPartner\" target=\"_blank\">San Francisco Parks Alliance<\/a> (California)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Global Reach<\/strong><br>In addition, Room &amp; Board also supports larger nonprofit organizations to help support planet-friendly initiatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.org\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Nature Conservancy<\/a><br>Guided by science and equity, The Nature Conservancy is an international organization focused on finding paths to solve climate change and biodiversity loss. We&#8217;ve made financial donations to this organization, provided volunteer hours for tree-planting efforts and sponsored a summer intern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.climategen.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Climate Generation<\/a><br>This organization is working to advance climate change education and effective policy advocacy to address and seek equitable solutions to this critical issue. To support Climate Generation, we&#8217;ve provided financial donations and sponsored an educational guide to go along with the documentary &#8220;After Antarctica,&#8221; which follows polar explorer and Climate Generation founder Will Steger\u2019s life and his 1989 journey across the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/movie-poster_need-permission_feature-692x1024.jpg\" alt=\"after antarctica movie poster\" class=\"wp-image-21035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/movie-poster_need-permission_feature-692x1024.jpg 692w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/movie-poster_need-permission_feature-475x703.jpg 475w, https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/movie-poster_need-permission_feature.jpg 728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Thanks to our partnership with Climate Generation, we were able to offer customers and staff members exclusive, early access to view the film \u201cAfter Antarctica.\u201d<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to learn more about how Room &amp; Board makes an impact? We invite you to read additional information on&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\" target=\"_blank\">our company<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/about-us\/environmental-social-responsibility\" target=\"_blank\">the causes we support<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Earth Day, we are excited to share about our dedication to environmental stewardship and how we are amplifying our sustainability commitments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":21548,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[55,48],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-21469","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-community-and-sustainability","category-who-we-are"],"better_featured_image":{"id":21548,"alt_text":"","caption":"","description":"","media_type":"image","media_details":{"width":1920,"height":1280,"file":"2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner.jpg","sizes":{"medium":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-475x317.jpg","width":475,"height":317,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-475x317.jpg"},"large":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-1024x683.jpg","width":1024,"height":683,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-1024x683.jpg"},"thumbnail":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-280x280.jpg","width":280,"height":280,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-280x280.jpg"},"medium_large":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-768x512.jpg","width":768,"height":512,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-768x512.jpg"},"1536x1536":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-1536x1024.jpg","width":1536,"height":1024,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-1536x1024.jpg"},"sow-carousel-default":{"file":"BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-272x182.jpg","width":272,"height":182,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner-272x182.jpg"}},"image_meta":{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0","keywords":[]}},"post":21469,"source_url":"https:\/\/www.roomandboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/BLOG_Earth_Day_banner.jpg"},"acf":{"featured_image_override":false},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v26.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Sustainability: It&#039;s Our Foundation - Room &amp; 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