Operational Improvements

Browning Day has integrated operations that demonstrate its commitment to a sustainable future. The firm has created a Sustainable Design Leadership team who has been working to fully integrate the firm’s sustainability goals into its daily process. This leadership team is also charged with monitoring the latest trends and sharing them with the entire firm.

1. One example of integrating sustainability into the firm’s daily operations is adopting a recycling policy. It has been successful due to the continued education of all staff members on what items can be recycled and how items can be reused. Browning Day participates in ZeroLandfill Indy by annually donating unused product samples to this cause. The firm also holds an annual Purge & Store day to recycle or store unused drawings. 2. As part of our 2018 initiatives, we’ve established an in-house platform for bringing in engaging speakers and disseminating important informational resources. Browning Day’s Sustainability Design Leadership (SDL) group has implemented a monthly lunchtime presentation that focuses on sustainable practices, technologies and materials. The program has been so successful that we envision it to last for years to come. Please see the following page for more details. 3. Key staff members are also working on an office renovation and plan to include sustainable features including occupancy sensors, environmentally friendly office furniture, certified sustainable finishes, LED lighting, and a transition from desktops to laptops. 4. The firm has also implemented policies for purchasing environmentally friendly kitchen supplies, such as recyclable products, post-consumer waste products, and biodegradable products. All external food vendors have been challenged with providing family style meals with eco-friendly tableware as well.