Sustainable Cleaning Solutions for Commercial Offices

Many cleaning chemicals are made from unfamiliar ingredients that aren’t environmentally friendly. Knowing which chemicals to choose can be challenging, especially since many products appear to be sustainable even if they do not meet basic environmental standards. Avoid products with an extensive list of ingredients. As an alternative, consider on-site generation (OSG) systems, which produce electrochemically activated solutions (ECAS) using just salt, water, and electricity. The cleaner and disinfectant don’t contain fragrances, dyes, or VOCs that can irritate people, and clean just as effectively as other commercial cleaning solutions. Generating chemicals on site significantly reduces plastic waste and eliminates reliance on frequent chemical shipments.

Many companies claim to prioritize green cleaning when in fact they’re greenwashing. This is the process of providing misleading information about how a company’s products or processes are environmentally sound. When researching cleaning service providers for your facility, consider a partner that has obtained certifications from trustworthy third-party organizations such as Green Seal. Green Seal certifies cleaning programs based on whether they meet rigorous testing standards that include effective, sustainable cleaning and disinfecting procedures and equipment. Whether you operate a LEED-certified building or simply want to be greener, consider requiring BSCs to use sustainable solutions to maintain your office facility.

Just as with chemicals, technological advances are making floorcare processes more sustainable. Some machines can convert water into an effective cleaning solution, which reduces the need for traditional and harsh floor cleaners. Many facilities are also benefitting from automated machines that reduce resource usage and manage floorcare while cleaning professionals oversee other key tasks.