Single-use plastics have long been a concern for their environmental impact, and with over 300 million tons of plastic produced each year, cleaning product packaging

Infection control measures have understandably been the priority for facility managers, but sustainability should not fall by the wayside.

Canada recently listed plastic manufactured items on Schedule 1 under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), taking a first regulatory step in addressing plastic pollution.

The City of Vancouver has launched toolkits to help businesses find recyclable and compostable alternatives to foam containers