Think Green

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"The awards committee was again, extremely impressed with the depth and breadth of environmentally responsible measures J.L. Clark has implemented throughout its operations." 2009 Winnebago County Green Business Special Recognition; after winning 2008 Award.

 

100% Recyclable Steel 100% Recyclable Steel

Know what the world's most recycled packaging is? The steel can. It's recycled more than glass, paper, aluminum and plastic combined! In fact, up to 100% of the steel used in our metal containers comes from recycled material. Steel containers are inherently good for the environment. Their durability also makes them great for re-use – to further reduce their environmental impact.

We're proud of our green products – and of the work we're doing as a company. Green initiatives impact every aspect of our business. It's why our Rockford, IL facility has just been certified ISO 14001:2004!

The ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 14001 requires that an organization implement a series of practices and procedures that result in an environmental management system. Ultimately, benefits of this certification include:

  • Improved environmental performance and compliance
  • Increased efficiency and potential cost saving
  • More predictability and consistency in managing environmental obligations
  • Enhanced public posture with outside stakeholders

Winnebago County Green Business Award

What an incredible honor to receive the "Winnebago County Green Business Award" for 2008 - and then their award for Continued Excellence in 2009! J.L.Clark has been recognized locally for incorporating practices into our business that will reduce our footprint on the environment. Our Green Team meets regularly to recognize and implement green practices such as these:

  1. New oxidizing equipment to reduce emissions from our plant.
  2. Energy efficient lighting throughout our facilities.
  3. Preventing waste through recycling and waste-prevention programs.
  4. Purchasing from vendors that supply recycled products.
  5. Packaging product to maximize truck space and reduce fuel costs and emissions.
  6. Scheduling shifts into four-day work weeks to reduce energy usage.
  7. Reducing transportation costs by using electric forklifts, shipping resin by railcar, implementing new travel standards as well as utilizing video- and web-conferencing whenever possible.
  8. Working with local organizations to develop educational programs regarding green/sustainability in our community.

J .L. Clark is very proud to have accomplished these steps toward sustainability and our Green Team pledges to continue developing and implementing change for the better. We would encourage our customers and vendors to incorporate steps, large or small, into their everyday business practices that will ensure a cleaner, greener planet for future generations.