Green Cleaning
ISSA Canada names Environmental Stewardship Award winners
The 2020 winners are Yorkdale Shopping Centre, Manulife Investment Management, and Rogers Place.
Sustainable practices for a sustainable future
Sustainable cleaning doesn’t mean that cleaning isn't happening as well or as often; just that more sustainable tools and processes are used.
Future-proofing cleaning for the new normal
The present is painful for property and facility managers and it's made future-proofing cleaning more important than ever.
Microfibre mops: A laundry list of questions
Effective cleaning of high-touch surfaces and floors in healthcare facilities requires proper cleaning tools like microfibre mops.
Polycarboxylate polymers pose low risk to waterways: ACI
Some water-soluble polymers pose a low ecological risk to the United States' waterways, according to new research from ACI.
USGBC develops COVID-focused LEED credit
The USGBC's new pilot credit in the LEED green building rating system supports building operators as they respond to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Technology gets smart about waste management
Waste equipment and services that can process and organize vast amounts of data help inform sustainable practices throughout the facility.
Steps for conducting a green cleaning audit
A green cleaning program is about more than simply using ‘green’ products.
Green school cleaning 101
A growing number of schools are opting to participate in “greener” practices that benefit the students, budget, and environment.
Cleaning products industry blasts research
The American Cleaning Institutes chastises the slate of 15 authors affiliated with health sciences faculties of six Canadian universities for overlooking the role disinfectants play in infection control.
Urbanization turbocharging pesticide resistance
Canada’s growing cities are fueling pesticide resistance as rodents, bed bugs and cockroaches better adapt to human environments.
‘No VOCs’ product claim not always what it seems
Building occupants may still be inhaling VOCs and other chemical emissions despite the use of eco-friendly products.
Better infection prevention needed in schools
Infection prevention and control, while taken seriously in healthcare settings, isn’t always a priority in educational facilities.
A healthy case for maintaining synthetic grass
New plant-based innovations in synthetic grass respond to changing forces in the market like changing weather patterns and wellbeing.
Rogers Place scores green, sets stadium standard
Opening a brand new facility is no easy feat, especially one like Rogers Place, the first LEED Silver-certified NHL facility in Canada.
Emerging trends in green cleaning technology
Cleaning technology trends are evolving to meet the needs of contractors and facility managers who strive to maintain sustainable spaces that reuse water.
Cleaning carpets: hot water versus cold water
While hot water machines typically use more energy, they may be more effective at cleaning and protecting the indoor environment.