Tag: Green Cleaning
FM Alert: Green Cleaning Guide Released
IFMA has released a how-to guide on green cleaning, the latest update in its series on sustainability for facility managers.
Did You Miss Our Green Cleaning Webinar?
View this free webinar video and learn the importance of green cleaning and new trends, buttressed by hard facts and statistics about changing your practices and cleaning for health.
A Day In The Life Of Stadium Management
Here are six ways to improve stadium facility operations — and the guest experience in the meantime.
Components Of Green Cleaning
Still evolving, the green cleaning approach to facility maintenance has been part of the discourse for more than 20 years.
Facility Executive | September / October 2016 Issue
Our annual "green" issue looks at sustainability trends including green cleaning, water conservation, LEED, green building programs, and energy storage. Plus, security, space planning strategies, HVAC and more.
Question Of The Week: How Can I Avoid “Greenwashing?”
Not just a passing trend, eco-friendly cleaning has become a vital aspect of a facility’s care. Here are eight essential Q&As for choosing a green cleaning provider.
IEHA Certified Member Search Tool
A new online feature from The International Executive Housekeepers Association assists in finding qualified commercial cleaning professionals.
Commercial Collection of Organic Cleaners by GreenShield
The Commercial Collection is a line of ready to use organic cleaners.
Georgia Tech Cleaning Program Earns Green Seal of Approval
Georgia Tech is one of only six higher education campuses in the nation to be certified under the Green Seal Standard for Cleaning Services (GS-42)
Facility Executive | September/October 2015 Issue
This issue takes a comprehensive look at sustainable facilities, including green cleaning, water management, LEED certification, and energy efficiency. Plus, wireless technology and security.
Is Greener Cleaning Just A Tap Away?
Professionals in the cleaning industry are taking a closer look at “engineered water,” regular tap water that has been transformed into an effective cleaning solution.
Considerations For Green Cleaning
Specific facility factors are important, and pilot programs can help evaluate green cleaning options.
LEED Updates Impact This Winter’s De-icers
As of January 2015, LEED has redefined the requirements for LEED-compliant de-icers.
Question Of The Week: Barriers To Green Cleaning?
Five challenges (real or perceived) that prevent many facilities from transitioning to green cleaning programs
Green Seal Launches Revised Standard For Commercial And Institutional Cleaning Services
GS-42, introduced in 2006, is updated to clarify and streamline requirements.
Services & Maintenance: All-Around Green Clean
Cleaning products have an impact on the environment and the workers, so an effective program must be executed carefully.
Top 10 Tips For A Greener, Cleaner Workplace
A cleaning expert provide tips to help businesses create healthier work environments.
Web Exclusive: An Age Of Transparency
Rooting out potentially harmful chemicals from the products they specify is increasingly important to facility managers. TFM spoke with Roger McFadden, senior scientist for Staples, Inc. about green cleaning products.
Top 10 Green And Sustainable Collegiate Sports Initiatives
Survey finds collegiate sports programs are becoming greener and more sustainable.
Web Exclusive: Green Cleaning or Greenwashing?
A resource for facility managers, the Green Guides from the Federal Trade Commission address marketing claims on "green" products and services.