Each
year, we celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd as a way of demonstrating support for environmental
protection. Today’s society is much more concerned with the impact that we have on our environment and
how our ecological footprints will impact future generations here on Earth.
Many organizations, especially those in the energy and engineering sectors, have taken the
initiative to improve their eco-friendly operations through sustainable practices. These
companies are aiming for a level of sustainability to reduce resource consumption, limit
waste, and lessen our environmental impact.
There are many products now on the market that are helping businesses in the energy and
engineering sectors reach greater sustainability. In honor of Earth Day, let’s review these
products and see what’s driving sustainable development in these industries.
Importance of Sustainability in Energy and Engineering
The growth of sustainability in the energy and engineering sectors has benefited the
world in countless ways. By increasing knowledge and awareness of sustainability, the
future of these industries appears brighter.
Energy and engineering are responsible for a large number of waste materials across the
planet. Emissions from vehicles, machinery, and other hardware can also pose a threat to
the environment. Even noise pollution stemming from the use of heavy machinery used in
these industries can have a detrimental impact on millions of people.
The risks associated with the energy and engineering sectors are often ongoing. For
example, the waste produced in these industries often continues to make pollutants that
can enter water supplies and the atmosphere.
Products and Technologies that are Driving Sustainability
Sustainability is a collective effort that must be upheld across an organization.
Replacing conventional materials with new, more eco-friendly options is a great place to
start. Here are some products and technologies that are driving sustainability in the
energy and engineering sectors:
Valves – There are three main aspects of valves from a
sustainability point of view: internal tightness, emissions, and lifecycle view.
Regarding these aspects, industry regulations and standards play a key role in
driving development. Eliminating fugitive emissions into the atmosphere helps reduce
safety risks on-site, local health, and the environmental impact on the climate.
Establishing internal tightness helps eliminate waste.
Structural Steel – Structural steel has quickly become the go-to
green construction material. It is comprised of a high amount of recycled content
and has a recycling rate that exceeds all other construction materials. Over time,
the use of structural steel has significantly reduced greenhouse gases and emissions
by 36 percent. In addition, the water recycling rate of steel production has been
reduced by 95 percent.
Pipes – There are many elements of sustainable piping outside of
site orientation and the use of energy-saving techniques. It is also vital to review
what goes into a building’s overall infrastructure. There is a large amount of
energy loss and waste during the installation, operations, and maintenance of HVAC,
mechanical, and plumbing systems in buildings. The use of products made from natural
resources has resulted in less waste on job sites, less risk of contamination, and
reduced pollutant emissions.
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Competitive Choice, Inc. is driven to help businesses across all industries achieve
cleaner and more efficient operations by offering safe and cost-effective solutions for
cleaning and maintenance professionals.
Our wide selection of chemicals provides facilities throughout the U.S. and the world
with an opportunity to achieve a high rate of cleanliness while going ‘green’. CCI has
helped countless companies meet their drilling, production, completion, and midstream
requirements by delivering supplies and materials like valves, structural steel,
fittings, tools, gauges, production equipment, rod pumps, safety supplies, and other
general supplies. Do your part to drive sustainability with help from Competitive
Choice.
