A devotion to artistry, combined with a passion and commitment to sustainability, has inspired Lilipad Studio’s line of heirloom quality, functional art furniture.

Lilipad Studio evaluates the raw materials it uses in its furniture-making business.  Green purchases include:

• Green Seal certified paints that do not contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), an air pollutant. Green Seal is an independent, non-profit organization that identifies and promotes the manufacture, purchase, and use of environmentally responsible products and services.
• Low-VOC sealers and finishes.
• Formaldehyde-free fiberboard made of waste produced during wood processing.
• Wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). FSC is a non-profit organization devoted to encouraging the responsible management of the world's forests. FSC sets standards that ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable way.
• Recycled-content office paper and stationery supplies.
• Biodiesel fuel for its company vehicle.

In addition, Lilipad has implemented systems to ensure success of its green purchasing goals, including:

• Training employees about non-toxic materials and supplies.
• Evaluating paints and stains for known and suspected carcinogens.
• Staying current on new eco-friendly materials available on the market.
• Using just-in-time purchasing, ordering supplies only as needed.
• Storing paints and supplies visibly in a way that ensures they are used on a first-in, first-out basis before their expiration dates.

Uses day-lighting and energy-efficient light bulbs to minimize energy use for lighting.

Lilipad uses its Web site to educate visitors about environmental products and sustainability. Staff present information about running a green business to schools.

Participates in the Environmental Resources Center’s Circle of Environmental Excellence and Leadership (CEEL) program.

Contact Laura Higdon at (208) 788-8195 or visit www.lilipadstudio.com.

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