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LEED CREDITS Rubber Bark™ loose fill permanent groundcover is the ideal material for a variety of landscape applications and offers an opportunity to earn LEED credits. Recycled Content LEED NC Credits MR 4.1 and MR 4.2 (1-2 points) Rubber Bark™ products will contribute to obtaining LEED credits for materials and resources since our rubber bark is made from 100% recycled California rubber tires.
Regional Materials LEED NC Credits MR 5.1 and MR 5.2 (1-2 points) Rubber Bark™ products will contribute to obtaining LEED credits for materials and resources used on a project site within 500 miles of our manufacturing facility located in Ballico, California.
Water Efficient Landscaping LEED NC WE Credit (1-2 points) Rubber Bark™ products may contribute to LEED Water Efficient Landscape Credit. Incorporate the vibrant colors of Rubber Bark™ into the landscape design and reduce the amount of irrigation without losing the desired aesthetic look and feel.
Benefits of Using Rubber Bark™ Mulch in Your “Green” Building Project Regional Materials:
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Reduce transportation activities and associated pollution Cost-effective due to the reduction in transportation cost The support of regional manufacturers and labor forces retains capital in the community, contributing to a more stable tax base and healthier local economy
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Conserve local and regional potable water resources Avoid escalating water costs for irrigation Reduce operating costs because it requires less fertilizer and maintenance than traditional options
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Reduce virgin materials use Reduce amount of solid waste volumes Participate in developing a marketplace for recycled materials
Funded in part by a grant from CalRecycle
Rubber Bark™ - Ballico, CA - 209-634-8849 - www.rubberbark.com