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The University of Virginia marked expansion conclusion with a ceremony on a grass-covered, 100-foot-wide pedestrian bridge. Skyline Tent Co. covered the grass with plywood to install the tent between two sidewalks. Photo courtesy of Skyline Tent Co.
The University of Virginia marked expansion conclusion with a ceremony on a grass-covered, 100-foot-wide pedestrian bridge. Skyline Tent Co. covered the grass with plywood to install the tent between two sidewalks. Photo courtesy of Skyline Tent Co.

  • Practicing sustainability

    Sponsored by IFAI Expo

    Achieving sustainability is not a one-time event, but a continuing process. Developing and committing to sustainable practices through designing sustainable buildings, shade products, smart textiles, and manufacturing systems continues to be at the forefront of the worldwide consumer marketplace.

    Our impact on the environment has become a major consideration and is driving efforts in the construction industry to be eco-responsible in mineral extraction, materials and component manufacturing, and building infrastructure development. These developments are creating market opportunities for designers and builders of environments.

    Corporate leaders are instigating key sustainability initiatives through their own organizations and their markets. Company executives are reporting big rewards for their efforts from their employees, communities, business partners and shareholders.

    IFAI Expo continues its leadership in this area with custom-designed educational programs that provide business leaders a platform for addressing sustainable trends, materials, technologies and practices that support business growth. Join the specialty fabrics industry as it convenes at this year’s IFAI Expo, Oct. 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.