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The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recently released its 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure. The main takeaways are: The United States needs to invest more heavily in its infrastructure. The US’s overall infrastructure grade is a C Drinking water infrastructure received a C-...

2024 was an eventful year for the world of vinyl. There were bills introduced in several states that would have banned PVC with varied degrees of severity. There were multiple UN plastics treaty conversations in which some delegations called for outright bans on certain products...

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) was discovered in 1872 by German chemist Eugen Baumann. It was initially overlooked in favor of more versatile materials. However, thanks to industrial advancements, the advent of the 20th century brought a new era for this polymer. PVC was first synthesized as...

The ability to withstand the elements is a massively important characteristic in the building and construction space. Enter vinyl—a material with exceptional performance in varying environmental conditions. Here’s a closer look at how vinyl excels in building and construction applications, proving to be a true...

When selecting the perfect flooring for a home or office, the many different options can be overwhelming. Among these, vinyl flooring stands out as a superior choice, offering a unique blend of durability, comfort and aesthetic appeal. Durability and Longevity Vinyl flooring is known for...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced that vinyl chloride (VC) will be one of the five new chemicals prioritized for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). VC is a vital component in the production of PVC products, that go on...

The team at the Vinyl Siding Institute has received grants from our VIABILITY recycling grant program in both the first and second rounds of funding. Their team has been hard at work to build out their recycling program – known as the Revinylize™ Recycling Collaborative...

The VI welcomes Ethan Thomas as our new social media and content development manager. Ethan is a skilled communications professional with extensive experience in creating and implementing social media campaigns, developing content, and conducting media outreach. In his new role, he will oversee the VI’s...