TharpeRobbins’ efforts extend beyond the products we use to the communities our employees and customers represent. Each year, TharpeRobbins supports dozens of local and national charities and non-profit organizations in making the world a better place…now and in the future.
As an industry leader, TharpeRobbins is committed to pursuing sound environmental practices. With a variety of initiatives already successfully implemented and recognized, TharpeRobbins is constantly seeking ways to further minimize its industrial footprint.
The Attleboro, Massachusetts manufacturing facility has been recognized through the years for its many environmental accomplishments, and as such, has been designated a permanent regional host to provide education and training to other companies in New England. The Statesville, North Carolina distribution facility uses two forms of filler packaging: either recycled paper or starch-based biodegradable peanuts. We also transitioned our standard paper-based envelopes to clear packaging that is biodegradable, recyclable, and compostable.
Recent, major “Go Green” initiatives have included water recycling at the plant, toxic chemical use reduction, and energy-efficient IT hardware. Additional “Go Green” initiatives are continuously being identified and implemented across all facilities, e.g., using recycled or recyclable products.
“TharpeRobbins has been an environmentally friendly company for decades. We want our company to continue to be an environmental leader with the vision to embrace strategies that will protect the environment for generations to come. To us, it is an ongoing commitment.”
- Brett Tharpe, President & CEO, TharpeRobbins
The impact of TharpeRobbins’ key “Go Green” initiatives include:
Water Recycling
- Designated host training site for the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission
- State-of-the-art, closed-loop reverse osmosis system reduced annual water usage by 99%
- No chemicals returned to the environment
- Reduced chemical use in wastewater treatment by 98%
Toxic Use Reduction
- Elimination of approximately 14,000 pounds of ammonia
- State-of-the-art purge system in annealing furnace creates a completely “de-oxd” environment
Information Technology
- 50% fewer physical servers through consolidation and virtualization
- Investment in energy-efficient LCD monitors, servers and hardware
