CROGS LC was formed in August 2009 by Bobby Croghan, Owner, in response to the passion of wanting to educate others on creating more sustainable working and living environments. With seven years in commercial interior design and environmental volunteering efforts, it was time create a company to help guide offices and home owners to lower their environmental footprint and live healthier.
Bobby believes in connection to his local community. He stays in touch through various organizations and volunteering efforts: Chair of the Residential Green Building Advocacy Committee of the USGBC National Capitol Region, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce member, Del Ray Business Association member, USGBC Company member, and Habitat for Humanity of DC & Northern Virginia volunteer.
And yes! Bobby employs many sustainable strategies in his own home: solar reflective window film, low flow shower head and faucets, bio-degradable and natural cleaning solutions, organic finish materials, energy saving techniques, organic food purchasing, green energy purchasing, and continues to evolve.
CROGS LC guides businesses and homeowners in lowering their environmental footprint through strategies that will enrich their lives and surroundings.
Part of our mission includes giving back to the local community and promoting “green collar” jobs. As such, 1% of CROGS’ annual company profits will be donated to ReBuild of Alexandria, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that sells sustainable building materials and supports “green collar” jobs.
“I have worked with Bobby for close to five years. He is well organized and is a good Project Manager who works well with consultants. He is very interested in sustainable design and often brings new ideas and design concepts to a project. It has been a pleasure working with him over the years.”
— LEW BRODE, PE, LEED AP (GPI ENGINEERING) JULY 15, 2009
“Bobby is a conscientious, focused team member who takes the extra initiative to research and participate, often on his own time, many aspects of sustainable design--as well as to educate all of his co-workers on all of the information he gathers. He has contributed heavily to the effort of putting our firm at the forefront of those involved in sustainability in the DC area.”
— LIDA LEWIS (OTJ ARCHITECTS) DECEMBER 9, 2008
CROGS LC utilizes the standards for a green office audit established by Strategic Sustainability Consulting; the methodology is clear and standardized; included is an office audit and a carbon footprint analysis. This methodology utilizes employee online surveys, a building survey, an on-site survey, and several resources to establish the current office’s environmental footprint and therefore, the ability for the company to reduce their environmental impact and learn how to be more efficient. By establishing a carbon footprint, the company can make strategic changes over time to increase their office efficiency, lower their environmental impact, and can help to reduce their operating costs. CROGS LC will give recommendations and strategic steps for the organization to lower their environmental footprint.
The auditor providing this service has been certified by Strategic Sustainability Consulting (SSC) to use SSC’s Green Audit methodology. Learn more at www.sustainabilityconsulting.com/greenaudit.
CROGS LC will act as a consultant to the company who is ready to renovate their offices. Bobby Croghan, of CROGS LC, is a LEED Accredited Professional; his prior experience includes sustainable commercial interior architecture. This service is for many companies who intend not to pursue LEED certification but want an ally on their side to include the environmental attributes best suited to their company’s mission.
CROGS LC presents ideas and actions on how your office can implement and incorporate more environmentally friendly workplace initiatives. Noted from several research companies, a company who incorporates more sustainable initiatives into the workplace, end up with more satisfied employees; satisfied employees equals better quality work, less sick days, and more enthusiasm in the work place. We can help you select vendors for purchasing more environmentally friendly office products, equipment, and overall lower impact products that a typical office uses.
CROGS LC utilizes the standards for a green office audit established by Strategic Sustainability Consulting; the methodology is clear and standardized; included is an office audit and a carbon footprint analysis. This methodology utilizes employee online surveys, a building survey, an on-site survey, and several resources to establish the current office’s environmental footprint and therefore, the ability for the company to reduce their environmental impact and learn how to be more efficient. By establishing a carbon footprint, the company can make strategic changes over time to increase their office efficiency, lower their environmental impact, and can help to reduce their operating costs. CROGS LC will give recommendations and strategic steps for the organization to lower their environmental footprint.
The auditor providing this service has been certified by Strategic Sustainability Consulting (SSC) to use SSC’s Green Audit methodology. Learn more at www.sustainabilityconsulting.com/greenaudit.
CROGS LC will act as a consultant to the company who is ready to renovate their offices. Bobby Croghan, of CROGS LC, is a LEED Accredited Professional; his prior experience includes sustainable commercial interior architecture. This service is for many companies who intend not to pursue LEED certification but want an ally on their side to include the environmental attributes best suited to their company’s mission.
CROGS LC presents ideas and actions on how your office can implement and incorporate more environmentally friendly workplace initiatives. Noted from several research companies, a company who incorporates more sustainable initiatives into the workplace, end up with more satisfied employees; satisfied employees equals better quality work, less sick days, and more enthusiasm in the work place. We can help you select vendors for purchasing more environmentally friendly office products, equipment, and overall lower impact products that a typical office uses.
This is a very customized service. CROGS LC can start at the first thought of planning to build a new home or complete a full or partial home renovation. This service can be in conjunction with a builder or architect. CROGS LC will look at the overall process from an environmental standpoint and what makes sense for the client in their lifestyle and environmental goals. CROGS LC can follow the entire process to ensure the environmental goals established at the beginning are being adhered. Fees are tailored to the specific job.
Reviews your family’s lifestyle and surveys your existing home to guide you on reducing your environmental footprint and living a healthier life.
Attends the open houses with you and your realtor to review their existing environmental qualities and future opportunities for your potential home to become healthier and more efficient areas, and more.