HNI Corporation announced it has received a Better Project Award from the U.S. Department of Energy?s Better Buildings Initiative. The Better Project Award acknowledges HNI's exceptional achievements in executing energy-efficient initiatives within its manufacturing operations, particularly concerning the optimization of paint booth ovens. Through the addition of air curtains designed by HNI, it was able to reduce oven energy demand by up to 30% per oven while also stabilizing oven temperatures.

These improvements help increase efficiency, reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions, and provide a better working environment for members.