(Virginia Beach) STIHL Inc.s 60,000-square-foot green roof on its new guide bar plant, recently garnered the City of Virginia Beach Planning Commissions first ever award for Sustainable Development.
The company cites the new guide bar facility roof as an efficient use of space. More than 56,000 sedum plants make it a living' roof, which cools the building in the summer and retains heat in the cooler months, lowering energy usage, said Dan Beck of Beck Roofing in Norfolk, Va.
The roof is the largest privately-owned roof in Virginia and has been paying dividends since the installation according to Beck.
We are very pleased that the City of Virginia Beach singled out our effort in reducing our environmental footprint. We look forward to including these types of efforts in our expansion plans where there is a fit, said Fred Whyte, STIHL Inc. president.
The green roof reduces energy consumption and costs, extends roof life, improves sound insulation and decreases storm water runoff. The STIHL campus boasts two such roofs on new construction.
STIHL has invested considerable resources in making energy-efficient products that minimize their impact on the environment. They are committed to developing powerful, fuel-efficient outdoor power equipment while using production practices that are environmentally responsible.
About STIHL Inc.
STIHL Inc. manufactures the world's largest selling brand of chain saws and produces a full line of powerful, lightweight, and versatile handheld outdoor power equipment for homeowners and professional users. STIHL products are sold through independent servicing power equipment retailers from coast to coast not mass merchants. STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL dealers are for distribution in the United States only. For more information or for the name of the closest STIHL retailer call toll free 1-800-GO STIHL (1-800-467-8445) or visit the dealer locator on STIHL's Web site at www.stihlusa.com.
For information on job opportunities with STIHL Inc., please go to www.stihlcareers.com. STIHL is an EEO and drug-free work environment.
