The construction industry can make a significant impact on the environment; therefore, Hensel Phelps is doing its part to make that impact a positive one. The company’s approach is to do what is right, even when no one is watching.

Highlighted below are just a few of the things Hensel Phelps is doing to preserve the environment for generations to come.

Sustainable Offices

Hensel Phelps is always looking for new ways to make its operations more environmentally friendly. New offices are being designed and built to achieve LEED Certification, while existing offices and jobsites are being upgraded to include resource-efficient features and other green building elements. Recycle bins offer an easy way to separate waste and the company has drastically reduced its use of paper through electronic file sharing and state-of-the-art project management software. The re-use of many common office supplies such as binders and file folders saves the company thousands of dollars each year, while teleconferences and electronic documents limit unnecessary travel and shipping expenses.

Sustainable Practices

As a leading design-build firm, Hensel Phelps has an opportunity to contribute to both the design and construction phases of a project. This early involvement helps the company specify sustainable products and methods, and provides them the opportunity to manage the flow of materials to and from the jobsite. As standard practices, construction waste on Hensel Phelps jobsites is sorted, recycled, and diverted from landfills to the greatest extent possible, while lower-emission vehicles are replacing less efficient models. Furthermore, careful planning is taking place prior to performing work to ensure that sustainability is incorporated into every operation including the use of locally produced materials, which reduces transportation expenses and pollution.

Training and Education

Well-known for having one of the best training programs in the nation, Hensel Phelps offers LEED/Sustainability training as a part of its ongoing training curriculum. This program encourages employees to not only work towards becoming a LEED Accredited Professional, but also helps them understand the little things they can do at work and at home to protect and preserve the environment.

As a leader in sustainable design and construction, Hensel Phelps is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council. The company also contributes to the annual Greenbuild International Conference and Expo.