Expires June 30, 2002. The following are vendors of recycled-content paint. Their manufacture avoids pollution from mining, processing and disposing of petroleum and its by-products. They are primarily derived from renewable resources. They can be produced from domestically available sources, thus supporting rural economies.
Workers benefit from the use of less-toxic products.
Some plant-based coatings, such as paint, may contain toxic chemicals. It is important to read the label or talk with the manufacturer about product ingredients. The Institute for Local Self Reliance maintains a searchable database of plant-based raw materials and products. NEC staff was in the building during the painting and noticed there were no odors. NEC staff said the paint is performing well and they would use it again.