Green Manufacturing Partners

PLACE continually investigates and tests sustainable and green building products to identify industry leaders. Our Green Manufacturing Partners represent the best of the best in their fields. PLACE recommends the following companies to help us create greener, healthier communities.

PLACE and its advisors have selected Caroma as a Green Manufacturing Partner because our research indicates that Caroma manufactures the best water-saving toilets in the world. Our WAV project in Ventura California will exclusively feature Caroma’s dual-flush toilets and water-free urinals.

Hardy Frames, Inc. manufactures light gauge steel Panels and Brace Frames that are installed flush into wall framing for the purpose of resisting shear and wind loads. Their products are a proven, innovative way for the WAV project to be built quickly and affordably without sacrificing strength. PLACE is grateful to the good people at Hardy Frames for their donation, and their excellent products.

Vista Paint is a premier manufacturer and distributor of quality architectural and industrial coatings. Vista’s commitment to the environment is evidenced by Earth Coat – a zero VOC, very low odor line of interior paint coatings. Every Earth Coat product is Greenwise certified, LEED compliant and CHPS approved.

Borbon Inc. is one of the largest and most reliable painting contractors in Southern California. They are certified as both a Women’s Business Enterprise as well as a Minority Business Enterprise. Borbon’s experience and professionalism is unmatched in the commercial painting industry, and they are proud to have contributed to the success of many “Green” projects.