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Washington State Lean and Green Projects

Pilot projects at three companies have inspired an ongoing culture and practice of continuous improvement surrounding productivity, environmental performance, and safety.   These manufacturers significantly improved productivity as well as reduced costs and environmental waste.  The Washington Lean and Environment Project Final Report is now available, as is its executive summary. 

Canyon Creek Cabinet Company in Monroe, Washington was Lean and Green's first success story.  Canyon Creek is realizing $1.36 million in annual cost savings from lean and environmental improvements.   

• Brief Project Overview 
• Executive Summary
• Case Study  

Lasco Bathware in Yelm, Washington completed their project in January 2007. Annual savings of over $130,000 have been realized, with an expected additional $30,000 following implementation of all remaining actions.  Lasco Bathware significantly improved productivity, reduced energy consumption, and reduced the generation of solid waste.  

• Brief Project Overview
• Executive Summary
• Case Study

Columbia Paint in Spokane, Washington completed their project in late March, 2007. Columbia Paint realized over $135,000 in annual cost savings from lean and environmental improvements.

• Brief Project Overview 
• Executive Summary
• Case Study

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USEPA Lean and Environment Case Studies and Best Practices

Green Suppliers Network

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