Florim Named 2020 Business Recycler of the Year in Tennessee

Clarksville, TN, December 17, 2020-Florim was named 2020 business recycler of the year by the Tennessee Recycling Coalition (TRC). TRC's Recycler of the Year Awards recognizes individuals, organizations, schools, and businesses in the State of Tennessee that have demonstrated a commitment to waste prevention and recycling.

TRC says, “Florim USA, Inc. is an porcelain tile manufacturer, a leader in the global ceramic sector, and is committed to continued technological innovation in both tile manufacture and sustainability. Located in Clarksville, Tennessee, Florim USA is the largest single-site porcelain tile manufacturer in the United States. At the foundation of Florim USA's industrial operations is concern for and preservation of the environment. Observing environmental regulations through certified environmental and quality management systems, Florim USA is committed to the environment, constantly placing attention on ecologically friendly and sustainable production options.

“At Florim USA, sustainability efforts are inextricably intertwined with the company's business and financial goals. Florim USA consistently implements innovative sustainable practices and is continually seeking opportunities for such practices to support those business and financial goals. Utilizing internally generated production scrap, various post-industrial wastes, and post- consumer scrap glass as novel raw materials; landfill diversion of many materials used at the facility; repurposing scrap pallets as well as reuse of our supersacks and recycling 100% of plant washdown water into the production process are a few of the ongoing sustainability efforts at Florim USA.”