The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has welcomed Clayton Supply – Lux Doors of Morristown as the newest member of the Tennessee Green Star Partnership. This environmental leadership program recognizes manufacturers across the state committed to sustainability and continuous improvement in their operations.
The Lux Doors production facility, which started operations in 2021, is the primary manufacturer of interior doors used throughout Clayton Home Building Group’s national operations. It is now the 61st member of the Green Star Partnership.
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“We are excited to recognize Clayton Supply – Lux Doors with this honor,” said TDEC Commissioner David Salyers. “The Tennessee Green Star Partnership has high standards for membership and this manufacturer has shown it belongs in that group.”
Since beginning operations, the Morristown facility has undertaken several projects demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability. These initiatives include reducing waste generation by 30 percent, cutting water consumption by 20 percent, fully implementing an ISO 14001 program within seven months, and diverting 82 percent of waste from landfill. One innovative approach to waste diversion involves sending all the facility’s sawdust for reuse in kitty litter and spill kits, amounting to roughly 100 tons per month.
To become a member of the Tennessee Green Star Partnership, a manufacturer must operate under an ISO 14001 certification—an environmental management standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization—or an environmental management system that conforms to ISO 14001. Additionally, the manufacturer must have a minimum of three years of exceptional environmental compliance with TDEC.
For more information about TDEC’s Green Star Partnership program visit this link.
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