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ACI	Founded in 1904 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, ACI is a technical and educational society with 16,000 members and 96 chapters in 34 countries. ACI has produced more than 400 technical documents, reports, guides, specifications, and codes for the best use of concrete; conducts more than 125 educational seminars each year; and has 13 different certification programs for concrete practitioners, as well as a scholarship program to promote careers in the industry.

AHEC	The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) is the leading international trade association for the US hardwood industry, representing the committed US hardwood exporters and the major US hardwood product trade associations in the United States. AHEC runs a worldwide programme to Promote American hardwoods in over 50 export markets.

AIBD	The American Institute of Building Design is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to the development, recognition, and enhancement of the profession of building design.

Architectural Woodwork Institute	The AWI Board’s principal goal over the next year is to build the tools for education at all levels of the industry. From the school classroom to the workbench, we want to help you educate your employees, managers, and future employees about architectural woodwork.

ASCER	ASCER is considered to be an organization that provides support, defends and promotes the general and common interests of the ceramic industry. Its activities are defined by the convenience or need to act jointly in those fields in which companies, on their own, cannot successfully perform certain acts, or may do so at high costs.

Brecon Beacons National Park Authority	The Brecon Beacons National Park was designated in 1957. It is administered by a special National Park Authority made up of 16 members appointed by the constituent local authorities and 8 members appointed by the National Assembly for Wales, as well as over 100 staff. The Authority has a remit to administer planning issues within the bounds of the National Park.

Built Environment Network	Exists to link people who are interested in 'green' building, architecture and design. The website has a number of essays and contacts for architects, environmentalists and self-builders.

Business in the Community	Business in the Community is a unique movement in the UK of 700 member companies, with a further 1600 participating in our programmes and campaigns. We operate through a network of 98 local business-led partnerships, as well as working with 45 global partners. Our purpose is to inspire, challenge, engage and support business in continually improving its positive impact on society. We are the largest and longest-established organisation of its kind - an independent business-led charity with over 20 years experience.

Considerate Constructors Scheme	This important initiative, started in 1997, is a voluntary Code of Considerate Practice, which is adopted by participating construction companies, and everyone involved on the construction site. The Scheme is a non profit making independent organisation founded by the industry to improve its image. The Scheme is neither grant maintained nor funded by the government and is solely financed by its registrations.

Design Wales	Design Wales provides comprehensive advice and support services on all issues related to design. Our services are provided free to all businesses in Wales. Design Wales is a partner to Business Connect and is funded by the National Assembly for Wales with support from the European Regional Development Fund

The Alliance for the Polyurethanes Industry	The Alliance for the Polyurethanes Industry serves as a research arm and data clearinghouse for API member companies. API technical experts, working in conjunction with the American Plastic Council's Plastics Industry Producers' Statistics Group, regularly produce a variety of data and reports for the polyurethane industry.

The American Institute of Architects	On February 23, 1857, 13 architects met in Richard Upjohn's office to form what would become The American Institute of Architects. The group included H. W. Cleaveland, Henry Dudley, Leopold Eidlitz, Edward Gardiner, Richard Morris Hunt, J. Wrey Mould, Fred A. Peterson, J. M. Priest, John Welch, and Joseph C. Wells, as well as Upjohn's son Richard and son-in-law Charles Babcock. The group sought to create an architecture organization that would "promote the scientific and practical perfection of its members" and "elevate the standing of the profession."

The Brick Industry Association	BIA's mission is to promote clay brick with the goal of increasing its market share and to safeguard the industry. Specifically, BIA supports the industry by rendering technical assistance to architects and designers, by providing marketing assistance to the industry, by monitoring and positively influencing governmental actions, and by providing other member services, as appropriate.

The Business Council for Sustainable Development-United Kingdom	The Business Council for Sustainable Development-United Kingdom (BCSD-UK) is an organisation which brings together business and professional leaders from a diverse group of companies and organisations within the United Kingdom. It is an action based network, learning from the practical application of sustainable development values and networking that knowledge between member organisations. In addition, BCSD-UK provides government agencies with informed input from business.

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)	The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) is an independent professional body and registered charity representing those who work in environmental health and related disciplines. Our primary function is the promotion of knowledge and understanding of environmental health issues.

The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM)	The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), is the professional body which represents over 6,000 waste management professionals - predominantly in the UK but also overseas. The CIWM sets the professional standards for individuals working in the waste management industry and has various grades of membership determined by education, qualification and experience.

The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM)	The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is the leading professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.