To safeguard human health and the environment, Plycem is made from an amalgamation of post-industrial and post-consumer recycled materials. Plycem's industrial processes are eco-efficient in energy consumption and control of appropriate levels in all its environmental indicators.

Plycem Fiber Cement Exterior Trim is a featured product in the Sustainable Concept House in Boerne, Texas. Recently certified by the USGBC as the first Platinum LEED residence in Kendall County, Plycem joined other environmentally-leading companies and organizations in contributing to the completion of this green showcase residence. Read more about the project at www.boernegreenhouse.com.

Plycem Fiber Cement Exterior Trim is manufactured by The Plycem Company in Costa Rica. As a worldwide pioneer in the production of fiber cement materials, one of the company's priorities is the development of products that minimize the undesirable effects and optimize the positive ones on people and the environment. Plycem has attained ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 certifications.

In addition, the Plycem Research and Development Center was established in 1999 to promote research into and the development of new products and technology. Its functions range from the creation and approval of patented products and technologies, to the evaluation of raw materials for use in industrial processes and the verification of quality standards to be met by all our key suppliers.

If you would like to speak with a Plycem executive about how you can build green with Plycem, please call toll free 877-GO-PLYCEM (877-467-5923) or email us at sales@plycemtrim.com.