Absher Construction, a proud signatory of the Contractors Commitment to Sustainable Building Practices, is thrilled to announce its inaugural Sustainability Week, taking place from September 15th to 19th, 2025. This dedicated week underscores our commitment to sustainability within the construction industry and aims to inspire wider adoption of these vital practices throughout the region.
As a signatory of the Contractors Commitment since 2022, Absher Construction has continuously worked to strengthen our sustainability services and integrate them seamlessly into our business practices. Our upcoming Sustainability Week will delve into the five crucial categories outlined by the Contractors Commitment: Carbon Reduction, Jobsite Wellness, Waste Management, Water Management, and Material Selection.
We’ve curated a dynamic schedule of events designed to engage our employees, valued subcontractors, clients, and the wider community. Here’s a glimpse of what’s planned:
Film Screening & Panel Discussion: “Women of Carbon” (Open to the Public): Join us for a screening of the impactful 2024 documentary by Basia & Leaonard Myszynski, “Women of Carbon.” This film highlights the urgent need for and inspiring leadership in sustainable construction and the development of innovative solutions. This event is hosted in partnership with Opsis Architecture and the City of Redmond. A thought-provoking Q&A panel focusing on carbon reduction will follow the film.
Behind the Scenes: Tour of CertainTeed’s Gypsum Plant on Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) (Limited Spots): Gain firsthand insight into the transparency and lifecycle impacts of building materials with a tour of CertainTeed’s Gypsum Plant in Seattle. This is a unique opportunity to learn about Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) directly from the source.
AEC Wellness Celebration: 3×3 Basketball Tournament: We’re celebrating wellness with a fun and friendly 3×3 basketball tournament at McKinstry’s basketball court in Seattle. This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and industry partners while promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
Exploring Cleaner and Safer Jobsite Equipment: Learn more on equipment repair process- an important piece of our circular economy, while also testing on electric equipment for your jobsite
Get Your Hands Dirty for Sustainability: Salmon Safe Stream Restoration: Join us for a hands-on volunteer event focused on implementing our Salmon Safe Practices. We’ll be conducting a quick and impactful restoration effort on a salmon-bearing stream in Auburn, WA.
Absher’s commitment to the Contractors Commitment in 2022 has driven us to actively benchmark our scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions and develop comprehensive decarbonization strategies across all our operations. We are proud to be recognized as an EnviroStars Green Business, and Sustainability Week is another significant step in our ongoing journey.
We encourage you to participate in these informative and engaging events as we collectively work towards a more sustainable future for the construction industry. Stay tuned for updates and registration links for events that are currently being finalized. We look forward to seeing you at our inaugural Sustainability Week!
