YKK AP America Selected for U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Trademarks for Humanity Award
YKK AP America today announced its selection as recipient of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) inaugural Trademarks for Humanity award in the Environment category. The award recognizes companies that are using intellectual property to address environmental and climate change challenges. Winners were recognized this week in Washington, D.C.
YKK AP was recognized for its enerGfacade® trademark. The enerGfacade brand name was first trademarked in 2010, making YKK AP the first company in the building materials industry to launch an environmentally efficient product line.
Over the past 14 years, enerGfacade® h
as grown to include entrances, storefronts, curtain walls, sun control systems, windows, and balcony doors. These systems leverage patented technologies to dramatically improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and simplify installation. With advanced thermal barriers and compliance with evolving building code and green standards, including ASHRAE 189.1, enerGfacade® has set a new benchmark for sustainable design while enhancing occupant comfort.
“This recognition is a tremendous honor and a true validation of our organization’s dedication to positively impacting the global environment, while continuing to create value for our customers,” said Raymond Shelton, vice president of sustainability and communications for YKK AP America Inc. “At YKK AP, we are committed to sustainability through initiatives focused on reducing our carbon footprint. From advancing renewable energy solutions to modernizing processes with energy-efficient equipment and cutting-edge automation, we are working to create lasting environmental benefits. This effort is ongoing, and as we continue investing in sustainable practices, we remain focused on our purpose: building a better society through architectural products.”
According to the USPTO, the Trademarks for Humanity award highlights businesses that are finding unique and creative ways to reach underserved markets. The winners’ stories show that humanitarian engagement is compatible with business interests and strong intellectual property protections, and that companies can effectively contribute to global well-being while maintaining commercial markets.
To learn more about YKK AP America’s commercial facade systems and residential doors and windows, and its commitment to sustainability, go to www.ykkap.com.
ABOUT YKK AP AMERICA
YKK AP America Inc. is a leading manufacturer of award-winning commercial facade systems and residential windows and doors. Its purpose is to build a better society through architectural products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, all building products are manufactured in the company’s world-class production facilities located in Dublin, Ga., Macon, Ga., and Lakeshore, Ontario. Together with its subsidiary brand, Erie Architectural Products (Erie AP), the company serves architects, glazing contractors, homebuilders, and resellers across the country. YKK AP America Inc. is a subsidiary of YKK AP Inc., a global architectural products company based in Tokyo, Japan. For more information, visit ykkap.com.
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