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Commercial Cleaning And Sustainability

UK cleaning industry

Achieving true sustainability is more than just a buzzword, it is a move towards living in a way that honours the resources of the planet we all share. Using these resources responsibly needs to become the focus of every industry, and cleaning is no different.

From choosing eco-friendly cleaning products to using innovative cleaning technology, we take a look at commercial cleaning and sustainability.

Clean and Green

For way too long, the cleaning industry has relied upon cleaning products, detergents, bleaches and even cleaning companies that do not pair well with a green agenda. Fortunately, many companies in the industry have taken note of the climate crisis and eco-topics, and have adjusted their processes and taken responsibility for their contribution to carbon emissions.

Green Cleaning Tech

Biodegradable cleaning products are not only better for the environment, but also human beings. The development of these products produces less air and water pollution instead of contributing to it.

New technology like Pulse Mops, reusable and washable microfibre mop heads and cloths, use less water to get the same clean, cutting down on the materials needed to wash them.

Less Waste and Better Waste Management

A crucial aspect of sustainability is adjusting procedures so that there is less waste produced, and what waste there is produced is able to be dealt with in an environmentally friendly way. More and more cleaning companies are adopting the ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ when developing their waste hierarchy for a more sustainable future.

Reducing the number of cleaning products that they have to use and the amount of potentially harmful chemicals contained within those cleaning products is a good first step, followed by using only reusable items, which significantly reduces waste.

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Acquisitions sought to boost growth

Acquisitions sought to boost growth

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New board members for ISSA

New board members for ISSA

Worldwide cleaning industry association, ISSA, has announced a number of new individuals have been elected to serve on the 2020 ISSA Board of Directors. The elections for open positions on the...
Rats shut Tokyo convenience store

Rats shut Tokyo convenience store

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CMA 'concerned' about Ecolab's Holchem merger

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has expressed concerns over the merger of two chemical companies based in the north west of England. Back in December 2018, Cheshire-based Ecolab...
Judging begins for Loo of the Year 2019

Judging begins for Loo of the Year 2019

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CHSA Undergraduate Bursary winners announced

CHSA Undergraduate Bursary winners announced

The winners of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association’s (CHSA) 2019 Undergraduate Bursaries have been named as Maisey Woodlisse and Timothy Young. Applicants were assessed by a...
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Street scene showcases sustainable separation solutions

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Jangro announces award winners

Jangro announces award winners

On the 25 June 2019, the UK’s leading cleaning and janitorial suppliers gathered on 25 June 2019 to celebrate the best in the industry at the Jangro Supplier Awards. The 2019 winners were...
Man made to mop up own mess

Man made to mop up own mess

A man who was caught urinating outside of a railway station was made to clean it up by the police, who handed him a mop and supervised the clean-up. Despite the station’s toilets being open...
Pacvac receives plaudits for healthy workplace

Pacvac receives plaudits for healthy workplace

Pacvac has received bronze recognition from Healthier Workplace WA (Western Australia), as a result of positive work environment changes they have undergone to create a motivated and productive...

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