Environmental Sustainability

Metropolitan’s cabinet mill and countertop shop both promote environmental sustainability and recycling. With certification by the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer’s Association and a participant in the KCMA’s Environmental Stewardship Program (ESP), we are proud to be exemplifying environmental stewardship in our industry and the community.

Since 2008, Metropolitan has participated in the KCMA’s Environmental Stewardship Program which ensures that the products used in manufacturing conform to the industry’s highest standards. To date, Metropolitan is the only Massachusetts cabinet manufacturer accepted into the Environmental Stewardship Program.

Sustainable cabinet materials

Sustainable Cabinet Materials

Our cabinet’s custom-created plywood feature veneer-core panels bonded with SoyStrongTM and contain no added formaldehyde (NAF).
Reduce carbon footprint

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Making environmentally-friendly choices during the remodeling process is an aspect to consider, and using a local manufacturer can help you reduce your remodeling carbon footprint.

What it Means to be ESP Certified

KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program

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AIR QUALITY

This mandatory requirement ensures that a minimum 80% of particleboard, MDF, and plywood used in our cabinets meets or exceeds formaldehyde emission levels in accordance to the California Air Resource Compwood ATCM.

PRODUCT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

ESP certification ensures that 80% of all particleboard and MDF used by Metropolitan contains 100% recycled or recovered fiber content.

PROCESS RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Metropolitan maintains a comprehensive recycling program, including water reuse, and documented energy conservation program.

SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY PROGRAM

Metropolitan’s plywood is compliant with the Chain of Custody (COC) Certification, which is recognized through the sustainable forestry program. Our plywood supplier is Forest Stewardship Council® certified. SFI is a solutions-oriented sustainability organization that collaborates on forest-based conservation and community initiatives that provide supply chain assurances through standards and data.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

To be ESP certified we must demonstrate community involvement and leadership through service or charitable organizations. Learn more about how we give back to our community.