Koppers MicroPro® technology is the first treated wood process to be
First Wood Treatment Process to Complete Life-Cycle Assessment Studies — The MicroPro® wood treatment process systems were analyzed by SCS (Scientific Certification Systems) under an exhaustive environmental review process called Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA), in accordance with rigorous international standards set by ISO, the leading international standards setting organization. The MicroPro® LCA studies are in compliance with ISO standards 14044 and 14025.
The MicroPro® technology has been approved for points toward National Green Building Certification to the National Green Building Standard. Wood products treated with MicroPro® technology are now eligible for more green building points than any other treated wood product in the market. Visit www.HomeInnovation.com for more details.
The MicroPro® preservative has undergone rigorous testing and met stringent standards for low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Products certified to this criteria are suitable for use in schools, offices, and other sensitive environments. For more information about the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute, visit
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MicroPro® Wood Treatment Technology from Koppers Performance Chemicals has achieved excellent ratings after undergoing two rigorous, independent third-party assessment processes by world-leading product certification body Global GreenTag International. The Global GreenTag certification designates good health, and the MicroPro® Wood Treatment Technology has achieved a Level A, the highest score, under Global GreenTag’s GreenRate™ product sustainability certification system.
LEED®, the world’s leading building certification and rating system now formally recognizes the Global GreenTag PHD Product Health Declaration™ in the United States and over 167 countries globally. Companies receiving Global GreenTag™ certifications stand out as leaders in the rapidly expanding green marketplace.
* SCS is a registered mark of Scientific Certification Systems and “GREENGUARD” is a registered mark of GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.