NSI Receives $24,000 Grant
OBERLIN, Ohio – The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has received a $24,000 grant from the Natural Stone Alliance to support sustainability initiatives and scholarship programs in 2026-27.
The grant includes $20,000 to support ongoing sustainability initiatives and $4,000 to support scholarship opportunities through the NSI.
NSI’s continuing sustainability efforts include development of the North American industry-wide Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), advancement of the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard, participation in key sustainability and green building initiatives, educational programming and expanded sustainable resources for the natural stone industry.
Scholarship funding will support opportunities for emerging industry professionals, students and members of the design community to participate in industry educational programming and events.
NSI CEO Jim Hieb said the Natural Stone Alliance’s support allows the NSI to advance several initiatives that benefit the industry.
“From sustainability leadership to educational opportunities, these investments help ensure our industry remains informed, engaged and well-positioned for the future,” Hieb said.
He added the NSI is grateful for the Natural Stone Alliance’s commitment to its support.
