Leviton has announced today that it has joined the Green Building Initiative (GBI) as a Visionary member.
Partnerships with organizations such as GBI are a core component of Leviton’s CN2030 program, the company’s refreshed and formalized sustainability commitment with the goal of achieving company-wide Carbon Neutrality by 2030.
“With Leviton’s long history of providing sustainable solutions for their customers across the globe, they bring a unique, valuable perspective to GBI’s efforts,” says Adam Wellen, director of membership and community, Green Building Initiative.
“We look forward to working with Leviton to shape a more sustainable future.”
GBI is an international organization focused on sustainability through education, thought leadership, consensus-based standards, and validation of space through its Green Globes certification process. As a Visionary member, Leviton will make a financial commitment and contribute to shaping future GBI programs, as well as gain educational opportunities focused on sustainability.
To further strengthen Leviton’s partnership with GBI, Randy Mortensen, Leviton’s senior vice president of global sales and marketing, has been invited to serve on the GBI Board of Directors.
“I am honored to have been nominated and accepted to join this prestigious group of dedicated professionals,” says Mortensen.
“I look forward to working towards a more sustainable future for us all as part of GBI’s esteemed board of directors.”
“Randy has a unique perspective from a long-standing company in the electrical industry that is committed to innovating safe and sustainable products that enhance the built environment,” adds Wellen.
“He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our organization that will only make us stronger.”
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