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Other Guides to Green Cleaning
INFORM, Inc. 2002 report, Cleaning for Health
A one-stop guide to green cleaning products and methods that have been effectively used in office buildings, schools, hospitals, and other facilities in the United States and Canada. It describes pioneering product evaluation programs and lists the brands that were chosen based on environmental and performance criteria. It also provides a model specification, as well as manufacturer contacts and other resources for those who want to develop a safer cleaning program for their buildings.
The Center for a New American Dream
A non-profit organization dedicated to helping Americans consume responsibly to protect the environment, enhance quality of life and promote social justice. CNAD established a Procurement Strategies Program in 1998 to respond to the demand for more environmentally preferable goods and services by helping state and local government incorporate environmental considerations into purchasing decisions. One result is a multi-organization agreement on green cleaning criteria.
Grassroots Environmental Education
Instrumental in passing the New York State Green Cleaning Policy, GEE has developed a DVD that shares case studies of districts doing Green Cleaning, to dispel the major myths of: “It costs more”, “It isn’t as effective”, and “The products aren’t available” DVD’s available at cost (1 –2 dollars), or we can send you a copy. The DVD information is very useful, but the school’s that are showcased don’t reflect the constituencies that many of us work with. One-page general green cleaning Q&A, available here. 4 Page Child Safe Guidelines document, covers children’s special vulnerabilities, specific chemicals to avoid in cleaners, and a definition of terms.
Healthy Schools Network
An 8-page guide to Healthier Cleaning and Maintenance Practices and Products for Schools. This guide includes specific considerations to keep in mind when purchasing cleaning products, vender, price and performance considerations, and tips on where to find green cleaning products for purchase.
Healthy Schools Campaign
The Guide highlights five simple steps for establishing a green cleaning program in your school. It comes with an easy-to-use CD-Rom filled with practical advice, information, resources and tools. Free copies of the Guide can be ordered from the website.
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