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HBC Recognized for Sustainability

09/23/2015

HBC’s  LA office has been certified by the City of Los Angeles Green Business Program.  We have proven our commitment to sustainability both in the field as well as in our own company, and we are proud to join the 274 companies already certified in the Los Angeles area.

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HBC Recognized for Sustainability

Building as If Every Day is Earth Day

04/22/2019

Unfortunately, the construction industry has historically been the biggest culprit of energy depletion and CO2 emissions, to the tune of globally accounting for about 36% and 39%, respectively.1 These numbers may be disheartening, but global dialogue has increased awareness and industry leaders have responded with action. By implementing green building policies, sharing data-driven information, and promoting environmentally-sustainable practices, we can all do our part to be conscious, responsible contributors within the construction industry. As the preeminent tenant improvement general contractor in Southern California, Howard Building Corporation (HBC) builds workspaces – or “second homes” – while recognizing the potential impact on our larger collective home. At HBC, we do everything in our power to positively impact the environment, and it is crucial, more than ever, that we continue to be a leader in the green building movement.  

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Building as If Every Day is Earth Day

Mark Fuller joins USGBC-LA's Board of Directors

09/21/2020

Mark Fuller, Executive Vice President of HBC, has been elected to be on the Board of Directors of the U.S. Green Building Council Los Angeles (USGBC-LA) chapter. He will join 24 other sustainability leaders from throughout the architectural, engineering, and construction industry to lead the conversation in creating a healthy and sustainable future.

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Mark Fuller joins USGBC-LA's Board of Directors

Solar Futures: Redefining Sustainable Architecture at Woodbury University

12/22/2023

We are thrilled to announce the release of the first article in a two-part series that delves into the groundbreaking achievements of Woodbury University's School of Architecture (WSOA) and their Solar Futures project. As a sponsor of the project, HBC was fortunate to be able witness the transformation from concept to completion and is honored to share the students’ successes with USGBC-LA and the greater green building community. 

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Solar Futures: Redefining Sustainable Architecture at Woodbury University

K-Cup Recycling Program

04/19/2023

At HBC, we recognize how harmful waste is to our environment. Whether it be mass-produced waste from a jobsite or the plastic straw in our drink, every piece that is recycled responsibly contributes to environmental stewardship. Our internal, employee-run Sustainability Committee has implemented several changes to reduce unnecessary waste from our daily operations. The Committee noticed how much plastic is used daily from the Keurig machines in our Orange County and Los Angeles offices. As a result, HBC now partners with Keurig and g2 revolution to recycle all the K-Cup coffee pods that are used. Through the implementation of the K-Cycle program, HBC is able to recycle 100% of the K-Cup coffee pod materials, ultimately diverting large amounts of waste from landfills.

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Adaptive Reuse: History, Implications, and Case Studies

04/27/2021

“The greenest building is … one that is already built.” – Carl Elefante, Architect History

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Paul McGunnigle Awarded USGBC-LA’s Heart of the Chapter

01/14/2021

The Los Angeles Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC-LA) recently hosted their annual Green Gala to present the 10th Annual Sustainable Innovation Awards and recognize community leaders committed to building sustainable environments. Attendees included an online guest list of local government and industry professionals, including architects, general contractors, construction managers, real estate developers, LEED professionals, and other sustainability supporters. This year, USGBC-LA wanted to recognize the leaders spearheading the sustainability movement and instilling humanity into the built environment.

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