In a show of support for the state’s energy efficiency and renewable energy financial incentive program, Focus on Energy(FOE), a memorandum signed by thirty-four Wisconsin large companies was delivered to state legislators, asking the Legislature to oppose a $7.2 million funding cut to the program. Miron Construction […] Read more
Each year, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recognizes individuals and organizations committed to leading local communities to a more sustainable future with its Transformation Awards, which honor nominees in the following categories: Education Community Champion Distinguished Achievement Innovation Operational Excellence Restoration Sustainability Energy Efficiency for […] Read more
Building green has always been about minimizing waste with a focus on three elements: enhancing the health and wellbeing of people, minimizing environmental impacts and improving the bottom line. Until recently, the cost of energy was relatively high, and sustainable design focused on improving the […] Read more
The newly renovated and expanded Gehl-Mulva Science Center at St. Norbert College has been awarded LEED® Gold certification. The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and […] Read more
We were thrilled to celebrate Earth Day 2015 with the news that our project at Lake Mills Elementary School was honored as a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School. This award program focuses on inspiring schools to strive for 21st century excellence by recognizing […] Read more
Neenah, Wis. — On the 45th annual Earth Day—Wednesday, April 22—Lake Mills Elementary School, a project completed by Miron Construction Co., Inc., was honored as a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School, an award program that highlights exemplary sustainable practices and achievements by schools, districts and institutions of […] Read more
In fall 2009, Philadelphia-based Drexel University broke ground on the $70-million, 130,000 sq. ft. Papadakis Integrated Science Building, a project seeking LEED Silver certification under the auspices of the U.S. Green Building Council. For purposes of comparison, Drexel also decided to execute the project in […] Read more
We are incredibly proud of the work we’ve done in regard to sustainability and our LEED project portfolio at Miron, as well as our many LEED Accredited Professionals and Green Associates. No other movement has transformed the construction industry within the last decade like green […] Read more
