LS3P is a signatory of the AIA Materials PledgeI. This means we have committed to supporting:
Human Health by preferring products that support and foster life throughout their life cycles and seek to eliminate the use of hazardous substances. What this means to you: Your building users will benefit from materials which improve air quality and reduce health risks for your occupants. These materials can have low or no-VOCs, ingredients verified by a third party, and minimal toxic ingredients.
Social Health & Equity by preferring products from manufacturers that secure human rights in their own operations and supply chains, positively impacting their workers and the communities where they operate. What this means to you: Your organization supports projects that are built with integrity and social responsibility.
Ecosystem Health by preferring products that support and regenerate the natural air, water, and biological cycles of life through thoughtful supply chain management and restorative company practices. What this means to you: You can take pride in a project that minimizes ecological impact—protecting biodiversity, reducing pollution, and conserving resources.
Climate Health by preferring products that reduce carbon emissions and ultimately sequester more carbon than emitted. What this means to you: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions required for the creation and operation of the building and contributing to climate goals. This effort may help your building qualify for certain certifications or incentives.
Circular Economy by reusing and improving buildings and by designing for resiliency, adaptability, disassembly, and reuse, aspiring to a zero-waste goal for global construction activities. What this means to you: Your building will consume fewer materials and have an end-of-life plan.
As we begin to implement initial steps towards healthier materials, we will seek a deeper understanding of the impact of the materials we specify at every stage of their life cycle. We will prioritize ingredient and supply chain transparency so that we can educate our teams and clients on healthier materials and create specifications with the greatest positive impact.
By working together - one step at a time - we will strive to integrate healthier products and processes into the built environment. We will continue to evolve, propelling ourselves and the industry toward proactive design practices that have a positive impact on the places where we live, work, and play.
Thank you for inspiring us to design better spaces—spaces that truly reflect your values, support your people’s well-being, and contribute to a healthier future for everyone. Ask your LS3P project manager for more information on how we can implement this commitment into your project.