Earth Day is an important annual event celebrated on April 22nd to promote awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. SMO participates in Earth Day through their Green Cleaning Program and by being certified in CIMS-GB Green Cleaning.The importance of Earth Day can be seen in several ways:
- Environmental Awareness: Earth Day serves as a reminder that we all have a role to play in protecting the environment. It encourages people to learn about environmental issues and take action to reduce their impact on the planet.
- Advocacy: Earth Day provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to advocate for environmental protection and sustainability. It brings people together to raise awareness about issues such as climate change, pollution, and conservation.
- Global Action: Earth Day is celebrated around the world, providing a platform for international cooperation and collaboration on environmental issues. It encourages people to work together to address environmental challenges that affect us all.
- Inspiration: Earth Day can inspire people to take action and make positive changes in their lives. It can motivate individuals and organizations to adopt more sustainable practices, such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and using eco-friendly products.
Green cleaning is now a thriving reality supported by industry organizations as well as advancements in technology. Why does green cleaning matter? What advantages does it provide? On Earth Day 2023, let’s dive in to see how green cleaning can positively impact you and your facility.
Reduced Environmental Footprint
It is becoming increasingly important that cleaning operations take on their share of responsibility of reducing their environmental footprint. Use of green cleaning methodologies within your facility will produce benefits that extend beyond your property. Those benefits can be far-reaching and can include….
- Reduction in the amount of waste that your facility produces
- Use of green-certified products reduces the hazards associated with use of toxic chemicals
- Reduction in the use of volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) improves the quality of air (indoor and outdoor)
- Increased use of cleaning products that are biodegradable
Green Cleaning Certifications
To earn a green certification the manufacturer must submit a complete listing of all ingredients contained within their cleaning product. The effectiveness of that product is also verified by putting it to several industry-standard cleaning tests. This ensures that you will be buying a product that is truly green and that it will do the job you need it to do.
Use of Green Cleaning Supplies, Products, and Methods
A cleaning operation that follows green cleaning protocols will typically have better control over their selection of cleaning equipment and supplies. Cleaning operations can now easily verify the integrity of green products by looking for applicable certifications.
Utilization of green cleaning products and methods can significantly reduce the amount of waste produced by a cleaning operation. This can include the following:
- Use of chemical dispensing stations to reduce the use, and waste, of chemicals and water
- Use of microfiber cleaning products (towels, wipes, etc.) that can be washed and reused
- Reduction in the use of standard paper products helps reduce the burden of trash disposal
On this year’s Earth Day, let us remember the importance that green cleaning holds in today’s environment.
