Environment and Sustainability

A growing number of U.S. cities and states not only require commercial buildings to report how much energy they use, they now tie in specific reduction targets and financial penalties to a building’s actual performance over time.

Effective advocacy for sustainability helps cleaning industry businesses succeed by providing practical resources, training, and guidance.

Floor refinishing systems offer a sealed, uniform surface that improves cleanability, restores slip resistance, and reduces areas where contaminants can collect.

Digital platforms can provide an estimated value for trash, validating whether it’s worth the time to pursue recycling.

In a volatile business market, gut decisions can get expensive. Successful cleaning companies are using data from sustainability reporting to guide decisions.

A truly sustainable public restroom strategy balances hygiene, resource efficiency, operational performance, and user expectations through a practical, system-based approach.

Paper recycling is an essential part of sustainable waste management that reduces deforestation, decreases landfill waste, and uses less energy than manufacturing new paper.

Watch CMM's webinar, Earth Day 2026: Highlighting Sustainable Practices and Green Cleaning, to learn essential strategies to create healthier spaces, differentiate your services in a competitive market, and keep your customers informed about your commitment to sustainability all year long.

Counteracting common green product myths with practical, experience-based facts can help commercial facilities focus on what truly drives effective and sustainable cleaning programs.

Leaders who shape the cleaning industry treat sustainability not as a trend or an abstract ideal, but as a business reality.

Schools that embrace sustainable facility management practices are discovering that environmental stewardship and operational excellence go hand in hand, delivering measurable improvements in student health, academic performance, and budget efficiency.

Transparency plays a critical role in building trust, safety, and promoting sustainability throughout the cleaning industry supply chain.