You are here

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.

If you’re looking for more  UK cleaning industry news, visit our website today.

Three-way tie up leads to new company

Three-way tie up leads to new company

Hughes Electricals’ two commercial laundry operations, Hughes Pro and Armstrong, have joined forces with Solent Laundry Solutions (SLS) to form a new company: WashCo. It is planned to have...
Facilicom UK gains an Affinity

Facilicom UK gains an Affinity

Soft services and contract cleaning specialist, Facilicom UK, has secured the contract to service 16 Affinity Water sites across the UK. The company is the UK’s largest water-only supplier,...
Portfolio lays out new approach to contract cleaning

Portfolio lays out new approach to contract cleaning

Churchill Group has launched Portfolio, a high specification cleaning service for organisations who regard environment as critical to their core business. Portfolio has been designed for...
New appointment expands Sitemark management

New appointment expands Sitemark management

Sitemark, formerly known as i-Clean, has expanded its management team with the appointment of Peter Kenny. Kenny joins the company as Divisional Manager, and brings with him almost 20 years of...
Major award nomination for Minster

Major award nomination for Minster

Minster Cleaning Services has been shortlisted for the Franchisor of the Year Award at the BFA HSBC Franchise Awards, to be held at the Vox, Birmingham, on 27 June 2019. The Awards evening is the...
Cleaning robots take over Birmingham Airport

Cleaning robots take over Birmingham Airport

Birmingham Airport has introduced robotic vacuum cleaners into its cleaning programme, in partnership with Mitie Cleaning Services. You can now find Hives of Abbees (robotic vacuums) working in...
Mega milestone hit in 18 months

Mega milestone hit in 18 months

Cloud-based Attendance and Location Management portal EveryOneCloud has recorded over 2m ‘clockings’ in the 18 months since its launch. Developed by workforce management specialists...
Rebrand brings Excellerate Services to UK

Rebrand brings Excellerate Services to UK

Recently merged cleaning and FM specialists, LCC and Templewood will benefit from international, integrated facilities management expertise as they rebrand as Excellerate Services. Parent...
Sales team get a boost at Killis

Sales team get a boost at Killis

In another ambitious move as part of their plans for further growth, Killis has announced another important addition to their senior management team. Paul Robinson is joining the company as...
CHSA offers two undergraduate scholar bursaries

CHSA offers two undergraduate scholar bursaries

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) has launched the search for its 2019 Undergraduate Scholars; up to two will be awarded this year, the second in the CHSA’s five-year...

Read our latest Issue

Products & Services Guide 2024

Sustainability Supplement 2024