Armstrong World Industries

Last week, I had the privilege of attending the 2024 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, presented in collaboration with the U.S. Green Building Council. In the article below, I share about Armstrong World Industries' partnership with IES Ltd. and my takeaways from walking the expo floor. I came away from the event inspired by the innovation and collaboration, as well as by the individuals I had the chance to connect with - many more than the few I've tagged here! Anita Snader, Christopher Swentner, Austin So, Amy Lee, Jake Friedman, Justin Taylor, Liam Buckley, Tiffany Dodson, Cindy O'Neill, Isabel Witmer

Armstrong World Industries has officially announced its partnership with IES Ltd., a global climate tech company delivering innovative technology solutions and consultancy services to decarbonize the built environment. The collaboration will bring Energy Saving Ceilings into IES Virtual Environment (IESVE) software, a suite of integrated analysis tools that optimize whole-building performance. Architects, consultants, and engineers can use the new energy modeling integration to analyze a range of performance metrics related to energy consumption, HVAC costs, and thermal comfort. “Our partnership with IES, the recognized global leader in energy modeling, is an important milestone for Armstrong as we work to grow awareness and understanding of the value our Energy Saving Ceilings can bring to building owners and facility operators,” said Mark Hershey, Senior Vice President, Americas, Armstrong World Industries.? As AWI works to advance its sustainability journey, this partnership will also accelerate energy efficiency and carbon reduction in the company’s ceiling portfolio. Through a multi-stage modeling and development partnership, AWI and IES seek to enable architects, designers, and engineers to make informed design decisions during both new building and renovation projects.? “In Armstrong, we have a partner whose decarbonization mission aligns perfectly with ours—and a ceiling solution with the potential to change the game for the built environment,” said Nathan Kegel, Vice President of Business Development at IES.? To read the press release, click here: https://lnkd.in/e7E6WmGa To learn more about our sustainability strategy and read our 2024 Sustainability Report, click here: https://lnkd.in/eHbJDcqj To learn more about carbon reduction in the built environment, click here: https://lnkd.in/gYvkTK8C

Mark Hershey, Senior Vice President, just made a major announcement at the Greenbuild International Conference & Expo. IES Ltd. is partnering with Armstrong World Industries to add energy modeling with Templok Ceilings and phase change material to its Virtual Environment software. Through a multi-stage modeling and development partnership, AWI and IES aim to accelerate access to and adoption of Templok Energy Saving Ceiling solutions. #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #Decarbonization #Greenbuild #BuildingBetterTogether #IES #ArmstrongWorldIndustries

Armstrong World Industries is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greenest Companies for 2025. The ranking was awarded following a comprehensive analysis of data from?500?U.S. companies, with AWI representing one of only three building products companies to make the list. “We believe that sustainable practices are integral to our business strategy and essential for the future of our planet. Together with our partners, customers and communities, we are working together to build a better future,” said Victor Grizzle, CEO at AWI. The honor comes after AWI launched several innovative products aimed at making buildings more sustainable, including Templok Energy Saving Ceilings and Ultima Low Embodied Carbon ceiling panels.?These products contribute to our continued efforts of carbon reduction in our products and as solutions for our customers.? Additionally, AWI’s 2024 Sustainability Report, driven by Sustainability Director Kelsey Herring, highlights key initiatives and progress at AWI, including reducing company-generated carbon emissions, increasing sourcing of renewable energy, eliminating chemicals of concern from AWI’s full product portfolio and the ongoing ceiling recycling program that has diverted almost 220 million square feet of ceiling tiles from landfill. To read the press release, click here:?https://lnkd.in/gycuVAra To learn more about our sustainability strategy and read our 2024 Sustainability Report, click here:?https://lnkd.in/eHbJDcqj To learn more about carbon reduction in the built environment, click here:?https://lnkd.in/gYvkTK8C #Newsweek #GreenCompanies #Sustainability #CarbonReduction

Today, Armstrong World Industries reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, highlighted by double-digit sales and earnings growth. Armstrong continues to deliver profitable growth through its core value drivers. See the full earnings report here: https://lnkd.in/ednQYb57 #Earnings #Q3Earnings #ArmstrongWorldIndustries

Armstrong World Industries is proud to celebrate Hispanic and Latino history and culture during National Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond. Join us in recognizing the many contributions that have shaped the United States, including vital advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, music and much more! In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting AWI employees Angel Alcantara and Paloma Montero, MBA. Click the image below to learn more about their cultures! #HispanicHeritageMonth #EmployeeSpotlight

In celebration of Manufacturing Day, AWI recognizes the incredible manufacturing teams across our organization. Their dedication, skill and hard work drive our success and enable us to be a leader in the built environment. We greatly appreciate their ongoing commitment to safety, quality and efficiency. Their efforts enable us to deliver exceptional solutions and value to our customers. Today, and every day, we celebrate the important role they play in our company and the broader manufacturing community! #ManufacturingDay #MFGDay2024 #ArmstrongWorldIndustries?

We’re pleased to share that Armstrong World Industries will be speaking at the The Manufacturing Institute - MI's Solving the Talent Equation Conference from Oct. 8-10 in Minneapolis!?? Our VP of Talent Sustainability and Acquisition, Salena Coachman, will join Anna Ramos, President of the Lancaster County Workforce Development Board, to discuss "Incorporating Community for a Strong Workforce Strategy." According to National Association of Manufacturers - NAM, 65% of manufacturers cite attracting and retaining talent as their top business challenge. This session will delve into how Armstrong – with over 160 years of experience – addresses workforce issues. We’ll reveal how our community engagement and talent management practices help us attract, train and retain talent across nationwide company locations. By sharing our strategies, we aim to support the manufacturing industry in closing the skills gap and building a more robust workforce. Learn more and register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/eVga4sbR #Workforce #TalentAcquisition #ManufacturingInstitute #HR?

"Innovation is the lifeblood of Armstrong." We couldn't have said it better ourselves. At our recent Inventor Recognition Luncheon, we asked Armstrong team members what innovation means to them—and why it is key to the success of Armstrong. #ArmstrongCeilings #Innovation #InventorRecognition #CreativeMinds #InnovationLeaders

Today, we hosted an engaging discussion focused on the future of K-12 education and the critical role of school infrastructure. Led by AWI’s Americas SVP, Mark Hershey, we welcomed an expert panel featuring: Anisa Heming - Director, Center for Green Schools, U.S. Green Building Council Leslie Larocque- Senior Vice President, McKinstry? Dr. Joseph Allen - Director, Healthy Buildings Program, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health ? The conversation focused on how we can improve school buildings to enhance student learning and promote equity. Our panelists shared valuable insights on creating healthier, more supportive environments that address the diverse needs of all students and strategies for budget-efficient modernization of school facilities. It was inspiring to explore innovative approaches to making our schools places where every child can thrive.? ? Thank you to everyone who joined us! Let’s keep the conversation going as we build better together.? ? #BuildingBetterTogether #ClassroomOfTheFuture #HealthySchools #Education #Sustainability