Green Initiatives
We're Putting Green Ideas to Work
At Sherwin-Williams, we've pioneered the use of environmentally-preferable solutions in our business practices by:
- Reducing waste and conserving natural resources in manufacturing facilities
- Using sophisticated software to determine distribution routes to minimize
fuel - Increasing the use of biodiesel fuel
- Becoming a U.S. EPA SmartWaysm Transport Partner as a shipper/carrier
- Implementing recycling programs at offices, stores and distribution centers
- Installing energy efficient systems at all new plant facilities
- Pioneering the use of renewable or sustainable raw materials in some formulations
- Using blown-in-line colorant bottles that use less resin, save freight costs and reduce the volume of hazardous waste
- Filling our GreenSure designated paints in sustainable plastic containers made from 100% recycled post-consumer resin with labels containing 75% recovered fiber and 25% post-consumer waste, printed with soy ink
Meeting the Toughest VOC Regulations
We've found innovative ways to make coatings that are compliant with even the most stringent VOC limits. A wide selection of our products already meet new guidelines for industrial and architectural applications, and we offer a variety of products that qualify for LEED-certified projects.
For more information about our green initiatives, talk to your Sherwin-Williams sales representative.
Sherwin-Williams Logo
Our historical logo is one of the most recognized company logos in existence. Created in the late 1800s, the logo's purpose was to represent the company's desire to help beautify and protect the buildings of the world. It was a symbol of a young company's enthusiasm, idealism and hope regarding its future and the possibility for achievement that hovered on the nation's horizon.
Very quickly, our "Cover the Earth" logo became a figurative emblem signifying quality, integrity and service — the very same things it stands for today.
