A group of manufacturers and window contractors in San Francisco and beyond had a meeting a few months ago. They talked about publishing the industry’s Product Category Rule. One of the companies that participated in the meeting is Andersen Corporation. As part of this initiative, we have created double-hung windows that utilize EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) materials—a first in our company’s history. Each and every San Francisco window contractor and homeowner will certainly benefit from our EPD products.
But before we discuss the Environmental Product Declaration, let’s talk about the Product Category Rule (PCR).
A Closer Look at the Product Category Rule
The Product Category Rule is designed to define the range in which life cycle assessments (LCAs) and EPDs are conducted. It also seeks to improve transparency on the efforts of manufacturers to reduce the environmental impact of the processes they use to create their products. The PCR also includes green building certification systems, which recognize and reward manufactures that develop products with published EPDs.
Renewal by Andersen’s First EPD Product: Double-Hung Windows
Our latest double-hung windows make use of the cradle-to-gate life cycle. They are made of Fibrex, which is a pre-consumer recycled material made from restored wood fiber.
Jim Weglewski, our VP of Sustainability, said launching EPD products is a crucial step towards the company’s sustainability journey. By maximizing product transparency, we can produce highly energy-efficient and more durable windows and doors. These products will help a lot of homeowners when it comes to cutting down their energy consumption. Furthermore, they can help save Mother Earth as they help reduce carbon emissions. The newly improved product transparency also reflects our commitment to the Ceres Climate Declaration, which seeks to reduce water and energy consumption and waste by 20% per product unit by 2020.
To learn more about our EPD products, call us at (866) 609-5033. With us at Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco, you can rest assured that you will get top-quality and energy-efficient products and reliable services.
