New building codes in California coming soon

Starting in 2011, California will lead the nation in promoting and instilling new building codes that have high green standards, making all new construction more environmentally friendly. This is a big deal, and Rubber Bark™ understands its part in the new ideas. Here is a news release with the details:

New Building Codes Propel California’s Green Construction Standards

 BALLICO, CA (September 15, 2010) — A new mandatory green building standards code will be implemented in California starting in January 2011, pioneering green construction and integration for the rest of the nation.

 Moisture-sensing irrigation systems for large landscape projects will be required, as will a reduction of waste going into landfills by 50 percent. Rubber Bark™, a recycled rubber mulch made from California’s tires, is in a unique position to provide a product that both reduces landfill waste and retains soil moisture levels.

 "This is something no other state in the country has done - integrating green construction practices into the very fabric of the construction code," said Tom Sheehy, Acting Secretary of the California State and Consumer Services Agency and Chair of the Building Standards Commission. 


 In addition to decreasing landfill waste, Rubber Bark™ is a cost-effective way to comply with CALGreen standards, while keeping the quality of beautiful landscaping.

 “We believe California is paving the way for green standards in construction, and Rubber Bark™ is essential part of that process,” said Rob Nairn, Chief Financial Officer of Rubber Bark™.

 The code also includes an inspection process to receive a CALGreen compliant label on buildings and other construction projects. Other requirements will mandate all new buildings in California to reduce water consumption by 20 percent and utilizing separate indoor and outdoor water meters for nonresidential buildings.

 One of Rubber Bark’s main goals is to decrease the user’s carbon footprint, or the production of greenhouse gases. The new building codes have the same goal. The result of employing the standards, based on information from the California Air Resources Board, should be a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 3,000,000 metric tons by 2020.