CRI News Releases
Message From The President
Navigating Forward: Making Progress at The Carpet and Rug Institute Dalton, GA – Nov 21, 2023 – Friends and colleagues, this time of year is
November 29, 2023
CRI News Releases
CRI Presents Industry Veteran Joe Yarbrough with Joseph J. Smrekar Memorial Award
– Industry trade organization honors the CRI past president for his significant contributions to the carpet industry – Dalton, GA. – Nov 15, 2023 –
November 15, 2023
CRI News Releases
Industry Veteran Russ DeLozier Named President of The Carpet and Rug Institute
Dalton, GA – May 31, 2023 – The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) board of directors is pleased to announce industry veteran Russ DeLozier will
May 31, 2023
Environmental Benefits
Carpet and Sustainability: New Products and Platforms
New is always fun and so is sustainability. The carpet industry has created many new products, platforms, and procedures that have exciting potential in sustainability.
February 27, 2023
Environmental Benefits
Carpet and Sustainability: Industry Trends in Sustainability
Manufacturers have diverse efforts in their goals to make new sustainable products along with being sustainable institutes. The industry is investing in research and development
February 27, 2023
Blog
Carpet and Sustainability: The Future of Sustainability
Sustainability is crucial for the future, and the carpet industry has taken numerous steps to ensure that future is green. By adopting sustainable practices, the
February 27, 2023
Blog
Carpet and Sustainability: The Industry’s Commitment to Sustainability
The carpet industry is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. Learn how companies are implementing more sustainable manufacturing practices, creating new sustainable technologies,
February 27, 2023
Benefits of Carpet and Rugs
2022 CRI Webinar on Sustainability
In 2022, The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) hosted a webinar on sustainability issues in the carpet industry in conjunction with Women in Government (WIG).
February 27, 2023
Environmental Benefits
Carpet and Sustainability: Challenges in Sustainability
Challenges are inherent in any business initiative. Our members are facing the challenges of sustainability within manufacturing head-on at their respective companies for
February 17, 2023
CRI President Joe Yarbrough Announces Retirement
Dalton, GA – January 25, 2023 – After 55 years serving the carpet industry, Joe Yarbrough, president of The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI), announced
January 25, 2023