Go Green

What is Green Cleaning?

Green cleaning consists of cleaning products and methods developed to improve occupant health and performance in an environmentally conscious fashion. ServiceMaster by Stratos capitalizes on ServiceMaster Clean’s proven system – whose products are certified by four leading auditors: Green Seal^®, Envirodesic^™, Environmental Choice and European Eco-label.

Green cleaning with Stratos means:

• Products approved by leading environmental organizations
• Our products contain no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), which have been known to aggravate health problems such as asthma
• Less detergent residue, which keeps carpet and fabrics cleaner, longer

How do I switch to green cleaning?

Green cleaning is only a phone call away and is just as effective as traditional cleaning. Our service partners integrate changes to cleaning methods and products into your existing maintenance plan, utilizing ServiceMaster Clean Green For^® line of detergent-free products made only from FDA-approved ingredients.

ServiceMaster Clean green cleaning products are healthier for employees and feature a higher rate of biodegradation for reduced impact on our environment. Your cleaning service relationship will remain the same, while you’re helping to better your immediate work environment, your employee health and your world. Contact Stratos today about implementing our green cleaning practices in your facility. Many of our clients across Memphis, Tenn., Tuscaloosa, Ala. and Mississippi already have!

What difference will green cleaning make for my facility?

Green cleaning is one of the easiest and fastest ways for building managers to make their facilities healthier and safer for employees. Research by ServiceMaster Clean has shown that facilities that switch to green cleaning have healthier employees, lower operating costs and greater access to governmental financial incentives and positive environmental impacts. And, as more and more businesses benefit from green cleaning, their individual impact grows exponentially.

Healthier employees, stronger businesses

A 2002 study by the Indoor Environment Department at the Lawrence Berkley National Design Laboratory in California found that the improved air quality by use of green design, building materials and technologies can lower Sick Building Syndrome symptoms by 20 to 50 percent, while cold and influenza are reduced by 9 to 20 percent, and allergies and asthma drop by 8 to 25 percent.

Making a difference for our environment

According to the U.S. Green Building Council, commercial buildings in the United States consume 17 percent of the water, 33 percent of the energy, 40 percent of the raw materials and 71 percent of the electricity. They produce, directly or indirectly, 40 percent of the landfill waste, 33 percent of the carbon dioxide, 49 percent of the sulfur dioxide and 10 percent of the particulate emissions.

LEED^® Certification

The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED^®) Green Building Rating System^™ is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. Under the U.S. Green Building Council’s direction, building owners and operators can enhance their buildings’ performance through LEED’s holistic approach in the following five areas:

• Water savings
• Energy efficiency
• Materials selection
• Indoor environmental quality
• Sustainable site development

By utilizing green cleaning services from Stratos, you can quickly and easily qualify for LEED^® points. To learn more about LEED^® certification, contact us or visit the U.S. Green Building Council.