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2009 Boxley Sustainability Report

MissionBoxley is a customer directed supplier of quality construction materials in the

Mid-Atlantic region. We are committed to providing honest, personal attention

to the needs of our customers and the communities we serve.

VisionWe will accomplish our mission by adhering to our beliefs and involving our

employees in decision-making processes of the company. We will promote the

dignity and worth of each individual while working for the common good of the

team. We will commit to be a little better at what we do each and every day.

Company Core BeliefsWorking safely

Committing to quality from the ground up

Exceeding our customer’s expectations

Hiring and training the best people

Working together with pride and enthusiasm

Providing opportunities for personal growth and rewards for outstanding

contributions

Being active participants in our communities

Being responsible stewards of the environment

Building long-term relationships

Earning the profits to support our corporate growth and beliefs

Boxley’s 2009 Sustainability Report is printed on Cougar Opaque Smooth recycled stock using vegetable-based inks. To minimize

the use of natural resources, only a small number of reports were printed. Please share this report with others or recycle when you’ve

finished. This report also can be read and shared online at boxley.com/environment.

Meet the Leadership Team

While Boxley aggregate, block, concrete, and asphalt products

are essential for building infrastructure in our communities

such as roads, businesses, homes and schools, we recognize

that nature is the primary infrastructure that sustains us

all. We accept our civic obligation to conduct our business

in a responsible manner that will protect and preserve the

environment for future generations.

This report is intended to provide you with the results

of the progress we made in 2009 toward making Boxley an

environmentally sustainable company. While we are pleased

with our first year results, this is just the beginning. Our goal

of being an environmentally sustainable company is a long-

term commitment to a continuous improvement process that

achieves results. It’s The Boxley Way.

Left to right front row: Ed Craighill, President-Block; Stan Puckett, President-Asphalt; Jeff Perkins, Executive Vice President-Aggregate

Left to right back row: Larry Bullock, Vice President-Concrete; Ab Boxley, President and CEO; Tom Johnson, Chief Financial Officer; Bill Hamlin, Vice President of Operations-Aggregate

Meet the Green Team

In 2009, the Boxley Leadership Team adopted the slogan

Greener. Smarter. Better. to emphasize the importance of

incorporating sustainable environmental practices into our

overall operations. In short, it is our business standard.

The Green Team is responsible for helping Boxley become

a leader in resource conservation. This past year, the Green

Team evaluated every facet of our organization to establish best

practices to take advantage of new technology and techniques

that allow us to make environmentally sensitive decisions.

That’s what being Greener. Better. Smarter. is all about.

Left to right front row: Sam Woolwine, Tracy Russell, Adam Peters

Left to right back row: Tim Mauzy, Andy Reel, Jeff Perkins(not pictured-Mike Mosley)

The Boxley Way:

Our Commitment to the Environment

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Energy Reduction & ConservationImplemented company-wide program to reduce energy use.

It is mandatory that computers, printers, lights, and other

non-essential devices are

turned off when not in use.

Replaced inefficient office

light bulbs with high efficiency

compact fluorescent bulbs that

use 75% less energy and last

about 10 times longer.

Installed automatic sensors

on light fixtures in areas with

limited occupation.

Utilize Energy-Star rated appliances in office break-rooms.

Initiated research into alternative energy options such as

solar and wind to supplement or replace traditional energy

sources at our operations.

An Overview:

Implementing Sustainable Operations

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Improve Vehicle Fuel Efficiency and Reduce EmissionsBoxley trucks and vehicles travel about 7 million miles

annually making this an important environmental focus area.

Implemented a stringent maintenance program to existing

vehicles operating at their highest efficiency.

Installed GPS in all

dump trucks and

concrete trucks to

improve on travel

efficiency as well as

monitor and reduce idle

time to reduce CO2

emissions.

Trained drivers in sequential shifting technique to save fuel.

Launched research into bio-fuel use.

In 2009, the Green Team evaluated our aggregate, block and concrete operations and implemented the following company-wide changes to set Boxley on its path to sustainability.


Land ConservationWe typically use less than 50% of the acreage permitted for

Boxley’s nine quarry operations. The land used in the mining

operation undergoes an extensive

reclamation process when mining

is complete and buffer land is

typically used for wildlife habitat.

We conduct baseline habitat

inventories and create conceptual

plans for habitat enhancement.

Two of our latest conservation

projects are:

90-acre conservation easement at the Fieldale Quarry in

Henry County, Va.

135-acre parcel for a recreational site at the future Flat Creek

Quarry in Campbell County, VA.

RecyclingIn 2009, Boxley recycled:

Oil: 9,280 gallons of oil

Absorbent: 6.6 tons

Antifreeze: 355 gallons

Metals: 337,480 lbs.

Aluminum, Paper and Plastic: Recycling program was

initiated in all office locations

Waste ReductionConverted to electronic billing in September of 2009. To date,

4,791 invoices were sent electronically eliminating the use of

paper and envelopes.

Replaced Styrofoam cups with stainless steel travel mugs

for employees and ceramic cups for visitors. At one location

alone, we were utilizing 5,750 Styrofoam cups annually!

Stormwater ManagementAll Boxley locations utilize effective stormwater management

systems to prevent negative impacts to streams and rivers from

untreated stormwater runoff.

Water ConservationBoxley conserves millions of gallons of water annually

companywide by utilizing reclaimed water for dust

suppression, truck wheel washes and rinsing the drums on

concrete trucks.

Land Reclamation

Habitat ConservationIn 2009, Boxley expanded the

vernal pool program at the

Piney River Quarry as part of

our habitat management and

conservation program. Boxley performed the first known

successful transplant of a vernal pool in Virginia at its Piney

River quarry in 2007. Vernal pools are home to several rare

species, including the fairy shrimp and the big-headed mole

salamander. Mike Hayslett of Sweet Briar College and Tom

Biebighauser, a wildlife biologist with the U.S. Forest Service

partnered with Boxley to perform the transplant.

NSSGA Environmental Leadership AwardNational Stone, Sand & Gravel Association presented Boxley’s

Tom Roller with the prestigious Environmental Leadership

Award. This award recognizes an individual in the aggregates

industry who has made superior and substantial contributions

to the company’s or the industry’s, efforts to achieve

environmentally sound operating practices.

VMNH William Barton Rogers Corporate AwardThe Virginia Museum of Natural History presented the

William Barton Rogers Corporate Award for significant

support for the natural sciences. The museum recognized

Boxley’s donation of the first intact stromatolite fossil found

in Virginia and one of the largest in the world. Stromatolites

are among the earliest known life forms, and are important in

helping scientists understand more about environments that

existed in the past.

NSSGA’s Environmental Bronze AwardThe National Stone,

Sand & Gravel

Association presented

the Environmental

Bronze Award to Boxley’s Piney River Quarry for its

sustainable operations and vernal pools transplant program.

2009: Environmental Achievements–Aggregate


After moving into a state-of-the-art, energy efficient

manufacturing facility in 2006, Boxley turned its focus to

innovating products to meet customers’ needs for sustainable

building materials. Boxley focused on three specific areas for

sustainability:

1. Reduce waste materials from the block manufacturing processWaste block is crushed and reused to make new block.

This kept 7,000 tons of waste material out of landfills last

year. This innovative block qualifies for LEED credits.

2. Enhance energy efficiencyUtilize high efficiency kilns that reduce the use of

electricity and natural gas in the block manufacturing

process.

3. Produce and distribute LEED-qualified building materialsSince its inception in 1998, The Leadership in Energy and

Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating

System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council

(USGBC), provides a set of standards for environmentally

sustainable construction.

Boxley has become the source for area builders who seek high-

quality, sustainable building products that qualify for LEED

credits. Boxley sells the widest range of LEED-eligible building

products and produces the following ones:

LEED- compliant concrete masonry productThe region’s first LEED concrete masonry block exceeds the

maximum threshold for recycled content, is energy efficient

and has a long building life. The block is recyclable and can be

re-used in other concrete products.

Turf Block PaversThis open cell system allows for permeability in areas that

need a secure drivable surface for temporary or infrequent use.

It meets LEED standards for solar reflectivity and allows for

organic growth through the open cells.

ShoreblockThis line of erosion control mats solidifies earthen surfaces for use

in areas with waterflow issues such as shorelines, riverbanks and

streams. It meets LEED standards for solar reflectivity.

2009: Environmental Achievements–Block


Turf Block Pavers allow for permeability in areas that need a secure drivable surface.

Shoreblock Pavers solidify earthen surfaces for use in areas with waterflow issues.


As part of its commitment to implement sustainable business practices, all eight Boxley Concrete Plants throughout Virginia and

West Virginia achieved Green-Star Certification by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) in 2009.

Boxley’s Roanoke plant was the first to achieve Green-

Star status in Virginia and the 11th in the U.S. Boxley’s

Welch plant was the first in

West Virginia and the 56th

in the U.S. Boxley’s Virginia

plants are located in Blue Ridge, Roanoke, Martinsville and

Bluefield and West Virginia plants in Welch, Mt. Hope,

Princeton and Summersville.

NRMCA Green Star CertificationFollowing are just a few of the actions Boxley concrete plants

implemented during the Green Star certification, which

encompasses both machinery and processes.

Reduced waste concrete by 20% by forming concrete

barrier blocks with the waste concrete. This keeps 3,186

tons of waste concrete out of local landfills.

Utilized 100% recycled water for mixer drum rinse

and washout. This saved 6.4 million gallons of water

annually.

Improved site aesthetics through tree plantings

and landscaping.

Additionally, two of our employees, Sam Woolwine

and Tracy Russell achieved the NRMCA Concrete

Sustainability Professional Specialist Certification as a

result of their knowledge of sustainable development

and green building practices.

2009: Environmental Achievements–Concrete

Boxley’s pervious concrete helps naturally reduce runoff on paved surfaces.

Concrete barrier blocks using recycled concrete

keep 3,186 tons from local landfills.


Boxley is leading the way in developing innovative, environmentally friendly building products. The Leadership in Energy and

Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, provides a set

of standards for environmentally sustainable construction. As a material producer and distributor of LEED intended products

we facilitate all six main areas of focus for LEED; site sustainability, water use, energy efficiency, responsible materials, indoor

environmental quality and innovative design.

Building Green with Boxley Innovations for Sustainable Building and Living

StructuralArchitectural Block (R)Concrete Masonry Units (R)Crushed Stone Base

Glazed Structural Tile

Poured Concrete

Precast Concrete

Architectural FacingAcoustical Block (R)Artificial Stone

Brick (R)Cast Stone

Colored Block (R)Glazed Block (R)Ground Face Block (R)Precast Concrete

Hardscaping and Erosion ControlArticulated Concrete Block

Brick Pavers (R)Concrete Pavers (R)Geotextiles

Natural Stone

Segmental Retaining Walls

PavingAsphalt

Crushed Stone

Dustinator 21

Poured Concrete

Pervious PavingBrick Pavers (R)Concrete Pavers (R)Crushed Stone

Crushed Stone Base

Poured Concrete

Turf Block Pavers

(R) Available with

Recycled Content

LEED-Compliant Concrete Masonry Block

Turf Block Pavers

Shoreblock

Pervious Concrete


Educational outreach is a key component of our environmental

commitment. Through our own educational outreach programs,

sponsorships, and partnerships with area universities, museums,

and gem and mineral clubs, people become more aware of the

need to strike a responsible balance between utilizing nature’s

resources while protecting them.

Boxley’s Explore the Earth program introduces kids to the

Earth’s geologic wonders and highlights the importance of

environmental protection and reclamation. Last year, more

than 800 students participated in this program.

In 2009, Boxley became the primary sponsor of the

Schools for Pools program to increase awareness of the

need for wetlands protection, particularly vernal pools, by

connecting with kindergarten through 12th-grade students

and their teachers from four regional school districts in the

Lynchburg-Amherst area.

Boxley has partnered with Virginia Tech to study and

monitor tree growth of 3,642 tubelings and 560 two-inch

caliper trees we planted on 14 acres of forest as part of a

reclamation project at our Fieldale quarry.

Environmental Education is the Key to a Bright Future

Boxley’s Explore the Earth program introduces

kids to the Earth’s geologic

wonders and highlights

the importance of

environmental protection

and reclamation.

P. O. Box 13527, Roanoke, VA 24035(540) 777-7600 (800) 442-8878

Salem

Abingdon

Wytheville

AggregateBeckley1700 North Sandbranch Rd.Mt Hope, WV 25880(800) 269-5391

Blue Ridge15415 West LynchburgSalem Tpke.Blue Ridge, VA 24064(866) 676-2466

Fieldale3785 Carver Rd.Martinsville, VA 24112(866) 676-2466

Lawyers Road762 Lawyers Rd.Lynchburg, VA 24501(800) 269-5392

LewisburgHC 40 Box 49Lewisburg, WV 24901(800) 269-5391

Mill PointHC 64 Box 436Hillsboro, WV 24946(800) 269-5391

Mt. Athos1299 Stage Rd.Concord, VA 24538(800) 269-5392

Piney River739 Warrick Barn Rd.Arrington, VA 22922(800) 269-5392

Rich Patch7612 Rich Patch Rd.Lowmoor, VA 24457(866) 676-2466

AsphaltSalemSawyer Paving496 Glenmore Drive, Salem, VA 24153-5495(540) 389-2768

BlockLynchburg110 Lynchpin Ln.Lynchburg, VA 24501(800) 422-2565

Roanoke3830 Blue Ridge Dr.Roanoke, VA 24018(800) 982-8028

Summersville7900 Webster Rd.Summersville, WV 26651(866) 320-5205

ConcreteAbingdon24438 Regal DriveAbingdon, VA 24211(800) 331-2040

Beckley1700 North Sandbranch Rd.Mt Hope, WV 25880(866) 203-9368

Blue Ridge139 Healing Springs Rd.Blue Ridge, VA 24064(888) 832-0003

Bluefield191 St. Claire’s CrossingBluefield, VA 24605(866 ) 875-7186

Martinsville201 Koehler Rd.Martinsville, VA 24112(866) 216-0601

Princeton101 Westview Ave.Princeton, WV 24740(866) 875-7186

Roanoke3830 Blue Ridge Dr.Roanoke, VA 24018(888) 832-0003

Summersville7900 Webster Rd.Summersville, WV 26651(866) 320-5204

WyomingHC 64 Box 107Welch, WV 24801(866) 875-7186

Wytheville1050 Church StreetWytheville, VA 24382 (877) 228-2481

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