A
well-designed healthy building does not have to be
complex or expensive. In schools, universities,
hospitals, hotels, office buildings and other
facilities, focusing in environmental stewardship
can make a significant difference in the quality
of the indoor environment while reducing risk to
cleaning personnel and occupants.
Going
Green
Billions of dollars annually are dedicated to
labor, products and equipment to clean and
maintain schools,
hospitals, hotels, offices and other facilities.
Protecting the built environment has a profound
impact on our natural environment, economy,
health and productivity.
The US Green Building Councils
rating system addresses the environmental and
health impacts associated with design, construction and building
operations. Their LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
building certification includes cleaning requirements and
standards that are being adopted by public- and private-sector
organizations that are committed to environmental stewardship.
