GM Builds ‘Green Construction’ Program

(3BL Media) Detroit, MI - June 5, 2012 - A $200 million stamping plant at its Arlington, Texas, plant is one of five General Motors construction sites to follow a process that helps reduce waste and increase energy efficiency throughout construction. So far, GM has recycled 150,000 tons of waste at the five sites.

“We strive to reduce our environmental footprint in all that we do – whether we’re building cars or the plants that make them,” said Mari Kay Scott, executive director, GM Real Estate and Facilities. “The business case is compelling. By using GM Green Construction processes, we aim to reduce our overall construction cost by 15 percent, and the data thus far shows we’re well on our way.”

All future GM North American construction sites will adhere to GM Green Construction practices. GM announced 32 investments in 2011 totaling nearly $5.5 billion, many of which will be part of the initiative.

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