Wesco International Supports Eco-Friendly Homebuilding in Mexico
Wesco International has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to build sustainable homes in Monte Sión, Mexico, donating over $111,000 to the project. The initiative, called Lekil Na' (meaning 'sustainable housing'), focuses on constructing eco-friendly homes for Indigenous families in Chiapas.
The homes feature innovative sustainable elements including biodigesters for wastewater treatment, solar water heaters, and energy-efficient wood stoves. Construction utilizes cement blocks enhanced with RESIN8™, a material made from plastic waste to reduce environmental impact and improve thermal efficiency. The design incorporates local customs, featuring separate kitchen and bathroom areas, with specific layout considerations for smoke management and cultural practices.
Wesco International ha collaborato con Habitat for Humanity per costruire case sostenibili a Monte Sión, in Messico, donando oltre $111.000 al progetto. L'iniziativa, chiamata Lekil Na' (che significa 'abitazioni sostenibili'), si concentra sulla costruzione di case ecologiche per famiglie indigene in Chiapas.
Le abitazioni presentano elementi sostenibili innovativi, tra cui biodigestori per il trattamento delle acque reflue, scaldacqua solari e stufe a legna ad alta efficienza energetica. La costruzione utilizza blocchi di cemento arricchiti con RESIN8™, un materiale creato da rifiuti plastici per ridurre l'impatto ambientale e migliorare l'efficienza termica. Il design incorpora usanze locali, presentando aree separate per cucina e bagno, con specifiche considerazioni per la gestione del fumo e le pratiche culturali.
Wesco International se ha asociado con Habitat for Humanity para construir hogares sostenibles en Monte Sión, México, donando más de $111,000 al proyecto. La iniciativa, llamada Lekil Na' (que significa 'vivienda sostenible'), se centra en la construcción de casas ecológicas para familias indígenas en Chiapas.
Las viviendas cuentan con elementos sostenibles innovadores, incluyendo biodigestores para el tratamiento de aguas residuales, calentadores de agua solares y estufas de leña eficientes en energía. La construcción utiliza bloques de cemento mejorados con RESIN8™, un material hecho de desechos plásticos para reducir el impacto ambiental y mejorar la eficiencia térmica. El diseño incorpora costumbres locales, presentando áreas separadas para cocina y baño, con consideraciones específicas para la gestión del humo y las prácticas culturales.
Wesco International는 Habitat for Humanity와 협력하여 멕시코 몬테 시온에서 지속 가능한 주택을 건설하고, 이 프로젝트에 $111,000 이상을 기부했습니다. 이러한 이니셔티브는 '지속 가능한 주택'을 의미하는 Lekil Na'라고 하며, 차파스의 원주민 가정을 위한 친환경 주택 건설에 중점을 두고 있습니다.
주택은 폐수 처리를 위한 바이오디제스터, 태양열 온수기 및 에너지 효율이 높은 나무 난로 등을 포함한 혁신적인 지속 가능성 요소를 특징으로 합니다. 건설에는 환경 영향을 줄이고 열 효율성을 개선하기 위해 플라스틱 폐기물로 만든 RESIN8™이라는 재료가 강화된 시멘트 블록이 사용됩니다. 설계는 지역 관습을 반영하여 주방과 욕실을 분리된 공간으로 구성하고, 연기 관리와 문화적 관행을 위한 특정 배치가 고려됩니다.
Wesco International s'est associé à Habitat for Humanity pour construire des maisons durables à Monte Sión, au Mexique, en faisant don de plus de $111,000 au projet. L'initiative, appelée Lekil Na' (signifiant 'habitat durable'), se concentre sur la construction de maisons écologiques pour les familles autochtones au Chiapas.
Les maisons présentent des éléments durables innovants, notamment des biodigesteurs pour le traitement des eaux usées, des chauffe-eaux solaires et des poêles à bois écoénergétiques. La construction utilise des blocs de ciment améliorés avec RESIN8™, un matériau fabriqué à partir de déchets plastiques pour réduire l'impact environnemental et améliorer l'efficacité thermique. Le design prend en compte les coutumes locales, avec des espaces séparés pour la cuisine et la salle de bain, ainsi que des considérations spécifiques pour la gestion de la fumée et les pratiques culturelles.
Wesco International hat sich mit Habitat for Humanity zusammengeschlossen, um nachhaltige Häuser in Monte Sión, Mexiko, zu bauen und über $111.000 für das Projekt zu spenden. Die Initiative, genannt Lekil Na' (was 'nachhaltige Wohnhäuser' bedeutet), konzentriert sich auf den Bau umweltfreundlicher Häuser für indigene Familien in Chiapas.
Die Häuser verfügen über innovative nachhaltige Elemente, darunter Biodigestoren zur Abwasserbehandlung, solarbetriebene Wassererhitzer und energieeffiziente Holzöfen. Für den Bau werden Zementblöcke verwendet, die mit RESIN8™, einem Material aus Plastikabfällen, verstärkt sind, um den ökologischen Fußabdruck zu reduzieren und die thermische Effizienz zu verbessern. Das Design berücksichtigt lokale Bräuche und umfasst separate Küchen- und Badezimmerbereiche, mit speziellen Layoutüberlegungen zur Rauchbewirtschaftung und kulturellen Praktiken.
- Significant charitable contribution of over $111,000 demonstrates corporate social responsibility
- Strategic expansion of presence in Mexico where company has five branches
- Implementation of sustainable building technologies aligns with ESG initiatives
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A blueprint for a better future
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 10, 2024 / Wesco International
Originally published on Habitat for Humanity 2024 Annual Report
Giving back to our communities is an essential part of who we are. That commitment is the inspiration behind Wesco Cares. This corporate philanthropic program allows Wesco to make a positive and lasting impact within the communities where our employees work and reside.
Habitat for Humanity and Wesco International are partnering to build sustainable homes in Monte Sión, a mountain community in the municipality of San Cristóbal de las Casas in Chiapas, Mexico.
Monte Sión was founded by Indigenous families displaced by conflict. The residents have been heavily involved with Habitat and have named the building project Lekil Na', which means "sustainable housing" in their native Tzotzil.
When Wesco International learned about the Lekil Na' development, they were eager to support the project, donating more than US
"We're committed to making a difference environmentally and socially in the global communities we serve. We are proud to partner with Habitat and families in Monte Sión to build sustainable and healthy homes."
Christine Wolf, Wesco International's executive vice president and chief human resources officer
Lekil Na' homes will have biodigesters for wastewater treatment, solar water heaters, and energy-saving wood stoves designed to maximize heat while minimizing the use of firewood. The houses will be built with cement blocks enhanced with RESIN8TM, a material made from plastic waste that will reduce the homes' environmental impact and improve thermal efficiency.
Habitat Mexico worked collaboratively with families and community leaders to design energy-efficient homes for the Lekil Na' project that incorporated local needs and customs. Through the process, community members shared that kitchen and bathroom areas were most often constructed separately from the main house.
The resultant responsive design of the homes features a bathroom that is only accessible from the back patio in accordance with local practices. The patio acts as flexible space, and the homes also include a front porch for welcoming guests. The kitchen area is designed to easily close off from all other living spaces, including two bedrooms and a dining and living area, to avoid smoke inhalation.
Together, Habitat and Wesco International are focused on working with communities like Monte Sión around the globe to build sustainable homes that help families, and our planet, thrive.
To learn more, view the 2024 Habitat for Humanity Annual Report on habitat.org.
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