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Here at ACI, we have challenged our members to align their corporate climate strategy and targets with the 1.5°C ambition, which strives to reach net-zero global emissions by 2050. Across the cleaning products industry, companies are taking bold action to limit the global average temperature rise to less than 1.5°C. Reckitt is combating climate change with ambitious plans to reduce its own carbon footprint and reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040. One way…
September 30, 2021
Hard Surface Cleaning Performance of Six Alternative Household Cleaners lJnder Laboratory Conditions Wanda Olson, Donald Vesley, Marilyn Bode, Polly Dubbel and Theresa Bauer Abstract In thís laboratory sludy, several commercially available household bathroom and kitchen cleaníng products, with and without EPA registered disinfectant properties, were compared to several "alternative" products (lemon juice, vinegar, ammonia, baking soda and borer). High pressure decoratíve laminate tiles were…
The NPD Group, lnc. 900 West Shore Road Port Washington, NY I 1050 Telephone: 5 I 6,625.0700 I Graywater Study Preparedþr: The Soap and Detergent Association Prepared by: The NPD Groupo Inc. Augusto L998 NPD Job#: \il4R8003-1 (' rHE NPO GROUP. 'NC. The Soap and Detergent Association Graywater Study Methodology Background and Objectives: The SDA is a national trade organization representing over 130 companies that formulate cleaning products or supply the…
This resource is intended for educational purposes. Please copy and share with others. And, if you are looking for coloring sheets, songs and other resources, visit our website or email us at education@cleaninginsitute.org. When preparing food Before snacks and meals After using the restroom After touching animals When someone is ill Germs don’t go on vacation! So as you pack your bags for the beach, it’s a good time to remember to keep hands clean. It’s easy to relax with the sound of…
Keeping clean and healthy when you are not at home is important. Get school cleaning resources, including tips for students and custodians. Clean Hands at School Kids get dirty, it's true... but cleaning your hands before eating and after using the restroom can help you stay healthy. Learn when, why and how you should clean your hands. Hand…
December 6, 2018
Ecolab Across the cleaning product supply chain, companies have increased production, adapted manufacturing lines, donated money and resources, and taken extra measures to protect their employees. Here is one such story from Ecolab. See our full COVID-19 Impact Report for more. Cheryl Littau, Ph.D., Corporate Scientist, and Linda Homan, RN, BSN, CIC, Sr. Manager, Clinical Affairs, are passionate about Ecolab’s hand hygiene compliance monitoring technology.…
September 23, 2020
Washington, D.C. – March 14, 2018 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has a simple reminder for parents and caregivers: "Packets Up! is accident prevention." PACKETS UP! is ACI’s consumer safety initiative to help reduce the number of accidents related to liquid laundry packets. As part of its PACKETS UP! program, ACI launched an educational microsite, PACKETSUP.com, which offers resources to encourage safe laundry room practices. In concert with the annual observance of National…
February 4, 2019
Q. Thinking about your college kid(s), how prepared do you feel they are to clean their own space? - 26% said completely prepared - 38% said very prepared - 29% said somewhat prepared - 5% said not very prepared - 2% said not at all prepared Q. Which of the following, if any, do you think prevents your college kid(s) from keeping their space clean? - 56% said lack of motivation - 46% said lack of time - 24% said roommate(s) get in the way of them cleaning - 17% said don’t know the right way…
July 19, 2023
How Does Cleaning Affect Your Health?  Personal hygiene and regular housecleaning are essential to good health and cleaning products can help. Frequent handwashing is key to preventing the spread of microorganisms (also known as microbes or germs) that cause many common illnesses. And regular cleaning of surfaces in the home removes dirt and food particles on which germs can grow. In addition, cleaning and disinfecting products that contain an active antibacterial or antimicrobial ingredient…
December 5, 2018
Get tips for cleaning your face mask or cloth face covering correctly, as well as when to replace it with a new one.
January 20, 2021