At Storr, sustainability isn't a trend—it's part of our DNA. That commitment comes to life through Storr Preowned, where we help businesses meet their environmental goals by giving office furniture a second life, without sacrificing quality or design.
In 2023 alone, our PreOwned division kept over half a million pounds of office furniture out of landfills. As more companies work towards greener workspaces and certifications like LEED, we're here to demonstrate that rethinking used office furniture isn't just the right thing to do—it's a strategic move that supports the triple bottom line: People, Planet, and Profit.
What is LEED Certification?
LEED—short for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design—is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. Created by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), it offers a roadmap for creating spaces that are healthier for people, more efficient to maintain, and better for the planet.
There's a LEED certification for just about every type of space—whether you're building something new, renovating, or simply updating your interior. The system runs on a points-based framework: the more sustainable measures you take, the more points you earn, and the higher level of LEED certification you achieve. Points are earned in categories like indoor air quality, site sustainability, and reuse of materials.
How Used Office Furniture Supports Sustainability
When most people think about sustainability, they tend to picture permanent solutions like solar panels, energy-efficient systems, or limiting water usage. But don't overlook one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to support your sustainability goals and earn LEED points—reusing materials, including office furniture.
Under LEED's Building and Materials Reuse credit category, you can earn up to three points for building and material reuse. If office furniture is the only material that you reuse, your business may qualify for two points!
Storr PreOwned: Your Sustainability Partner
At Storr PreOwned, we make it easy to source high-quality used office furniture that supports the environment and sustainability goals. With such easy access to long-lasting pieces, we make it simple for your business to earn LEED points. Purchasing used office furniture not only keeps functional pieces out of the landfill, but also supports sustainability efforts, especially when sourced from environmentally conscious manufacturers like Steelcase, who are committed to achieving net zero.
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Storr's Sustainable Services
If you've already made a significant investment in furniture, you may want to keep and reuse what you already have on hand. Our refinishing and refurbishment services offer eco-friendly materials that can enable you to still meet your sustainability goals and earn LEED points, furthering you toward the goal of LEED certification.
If your business is only a few points away from certification or leveling up, our eco-friendly commercial cleaning services can help push you there. Under the Indoor Environmental Quality category, your business can earn one point if at least 75% of your janitorial or outsourced cleaning services utilize eco-friendly cleaning supplies.
LEED Certification for a Better Future
LEED is about more than just green buildings—it’s about building a better future for the planet. Reusing office furniture may seem like a small step, but it's one that contributes to a more sustainable environment. By choosing Storr PreOwned, you're not only reducing your business's environmental impact, but you're also making a statement about where your company stands on sustainability.
Ready to make your office more sustainable? Explore our available selection of preowned furniture to further your LEED certification journey.