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Vetrazzo Wins EPA Environmental Award

The EPA Region 9 Environmental Awards program acknowledges commitment to the environment and significant contributions made by businesses, local, government officials, tribes, media, environmental organizations and individuals. Forty groups and individuals were selected from over 200 nominees received this year from Region 9, which includes California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, Pacific Islands and tribal lands.


California State Department of Conservation Awards Vetrazzo $1.396 Million Grant

The State of California, Department of Conservation awarded Vetrazzo a Grant in the amount of $1.396 Million in December 2008. The grants promote economic development and an array of advancements in recycling and resource conservation. "These projects help California's environment and economy, and keep our state at the leading edge of efforts to build sustainable communities," DOC Director Bridgett Luther said.

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San Francisco Business Times Green & Sustainable Business Award

On October 16th the San Francisco Business Times honored Vetrazzo as one of the East Bay's top 20 greenest and most sustainable businesses. To quote associate editor Judy Jacobs, "These East Bay companies and organizations are among the leaders nationwide in sustainability efforts and through their accomplishments continue to set examples for others to follow."


Vetrazzo, LLC Wins California Resource Recovery Association's "Outstanding Closing the Loop Commitment" Award

At their 32nd annual conference, the California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA) today named Vetrazzo, makers of the original recycled glass countertop surface, winner of their annual "Outstanding Closing the Loop Commitment" award. The award recognizes a business, government agency or organization that has implemented an innovative program or created a product that reduces waste or has a high recycled content.


Vetrazzo® Recycled Glass Surface Wins First Green Log Home & Lifestyle Award

Vetrazzo® was named to the winner's circle in the first annual Green Log Home & Lifestyle Awards in the countertop and surfaces division. Vetrazzo was judged the winner in a crowded field of new surfacing options that are considered eco-friendly.

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Forbes.com Boost Your Business Award

Vetrazzo® was a first place finisher chosen from a field of nearly 1,500 entrants in the Forbes.com "Boost Your Business" entrepreneur contest.

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Residential Design & Build Top 100 of 2008

Residential Design & Build Magazine chose Vetrazzo® as one of the top 100 products of 2008.

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