The Partnership for Sustainability recognized BKD, LLP

BKD Green Team accepts award.

with their first Environmental Excellence Award, recognizing a business whose efforts toward environmental stewardship serves as a model for business and industry. BKD, LLP, is the 10th largest CPA and advisory firm in the US and is thoroughly committed to the environment. They moved into their new location in the fall of 2009 – a Silver level LEED certified building featuring low-emission vehicle parking spaces, low-flow plumbing fixtures, energy efficient heating and air systems, water efficient landscaping, a white roof designed to reduce urban heat, motion sensitive lights and internal recycling collection sites of plastic, aluminum, toner cartridges and paper. In addition, they are shifting into a paperless operating environment. Employee participation is another key component to the success of the Company.

BKD’s Green Team has been a key factor in the ongoing and continued success of their sustainability efforts. BKD has office recycling programs and information posted in all of their public information areas. They have set measurable goals for 2010 to further increase recycling and reduce waste generation. Ceramic dishes and stainless flatware reduce disposable paper and plastic goods. BKD is the first business in the Ozarks to achieve the Green Level from Ozarks GreenScore. This is the highest ranking designation. John Wanamaker, Managing Partner, BKD, LLP accepted the award. Michael Garner, who is also vice president, UMB Bank, and chairman of the Partnership presented the award.

4/17 – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Activities, educational displays

Contact: Laurie Duncan – 862-9910

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