Mohawk Group Redefines Sustainable Flooring with EcoFlex Matrix ULC

Mohawk Group Redefines Sustainable Flooring with EcoFlex Matrix ULC

Ultra-Low Carbon Modular Carpet Backing Sets New Sustainability Standard

Dalton, Ga. April 21, 2025 — Mohawk Group is proud to announce a groundbreaking advancement in sustainable flooring: EcoFlex Matrix ULC. This innovative modular carpet backing sets a new benchmark for low-carbon solutions, achieving an ultra-low carbon (ULC) footprint -- measuring just 3.92 kilograms of CO2 emitted per square meter -- while delivering the trusted performance and durability of EcoFlex Matrix. 

With a lighter construction and higher recycled content, EcoFlex Matrix ULC answers the growing demand for environmentally conscious building materials, embodying Mohawk Group's commitment to Believe in Better.

EcoFlex Matrix ULC is manufactured at Mohawk Group's Living Site facility in Glasgow, Virginia, a facility recognized for its commitment to sustainability through the Living Product Challenge Petal Certification. The production processes are designed to minimize waste, maximize efficiency, and reduce environmental impact, ensuring that every unit of ecoFlex Matrix ULC meets the highest standards of sustainability and performance. 

“EcoFlex Matrix ULC represents a significant leap forward in our journey to create more sustainable flooring solutions," said Jackie Dettmar, Vice President of Marketing, Design, and Product Development for Mohawk Group. "With the lowest carbon footprint of any Mohawk Group product to date, our carpet tile products with this backing innovation exemplify our commitment to providing our customers with high-performance, environmentally responsible solutions."

Key benefits of EcoFlex Matrix ULC include: 

• Unprecedented Carbon Reduction: The lowest carbon footprint in the Mohawk Group product portfolio. 
• Lighter Weight: Reduced material usage for lower transportation costs and carbon emissions. 
• High Recycled Content and Resource Efficiency: Further driving down the carbon footprint and minimizing resource consumption from raw materials to energy. 

EcoFlex Matrix ULC utilizes a dematerialization process to maintain high performance while reducing material use. Advanced manufacturing techniques optimize its structure and composition, ensuring sustainability without compromise. 

EcoFlex Matrix ULC is available for special ordering beginning on Earth Day, APril 22, 2025.