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Labeling program directed to consumers, favored by many retailers
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) joined a diverse coalition of nearly 60 manufacturers and organizations asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restore the Safer Choice Program.
A letter was sent February 5 to EPA Acting Administrator Jane Nishida, voicing “strong support” for the program “as well as our concern for its long-term viability.”
The Safer Choice Program allows companies to get…
Germ Reduction in Schools Focus of Lunch and Learn Webinar
Resources, Recording and Additional Webinars Available Online
ACI’s second Lunch and Learn Webinar, Germ Reduction and Disease Prevention in Schools: Healthy Schools, Healthy People, It’s a SNAP on August 9, shared tips and resources to help educators and school nurses reduce germs at school and improve student health.
Good hand hygiene behavior can help students stay healthy and in school…
June 29, 2022
The Honorable Paul Tonko
Chairman
Environment & Climate Change Subcommittee
U.S. House of Representatives
2125 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
The Honorable David McKinley
Ranking Member
Environment & Climate Change Subcommittee
U.S. House of Representatives
2125 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Chairman Tonko and Ranking Member McKinley:
Thank you for holding the hearing, “No Time to Waste: Solutions for…
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL March 18, 2020
The Honorable William P. Barr The Honorable Joseph J. Simons
Attorney General of the United States Chairman
U.S. Department of Justice U.S. Federal Trade Commission
950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW 400 7th St., SW
Washington, DC 20024 Washington, DC 20530
On behalf of the American Cleaning Institute, I am writing to urge both of your agencies to continue to take
action to enforce and police those who seek…
Whether your grill is the centerpiece of an outdoor kitchen or a small hibachi, a clean grill just works better. With a few tools and a little work, you’ll be ready to barbeque again. It’s always helpful to check the owner's manual for specific instructions on cleaning your grill.
After Each Use
The key to a clean grill is to be diligent about cleaning it immediately after each use, rather than waiting until you’re ready to start cooking.…
Washington, D.C. – March 20, 2019 – Korie Traver, CPA, a senior executive with more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit financial sector, is the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the cleaning products supply chain.
Ms. Traver succeeds Helen Benz, who is retiring as CFO after more than 12 years with ACI.
Most recently, Ms. Traver was Director of Finance at…
March 13, 2019
The Honorable Nancy Pelosi The Honorable Mitch McConnell
Speaker of the House Majority Leader
U.S. House of Representatives U.S. Senate
Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20510
The Honorable Kevin McCarthy The Honorable Chuck Schumer
Minority Leader Minority Leader
U.S. House of Representatives U.S. Senate
Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20510
Dear Speaker Pelosi, Leader McConnell, Leader McCarthy, and Leader Schumer:
The…
The American Cleaning Institute is launching a strategic partnership with national nonprofits Good360 and SBP that will enhance ACI member company efforts to more efficiently and effectively contribute to disaster relief efforts.
Building on the broader philanthropic and community work ACI members have been doing regularly for many years, this partnership benefits ACI members by providing opportunities for purposeful and impactful giving, allowing members to maximize the…
Q: We had a real tree for Christmas but now I am finding tree sap everywhere! What is the best way to clean mittens, coats and my carpet?
A: Rubbing alcohol can remove sap from washable clothing, knit gloves, and rugs, because it acts as a solvent.
For clothes, even a down coat, saturate the area with alcohol, let sit for a minute, then launder in warm water with regular detergent. Heat sets stains, so be sure all the sap is gone before using the dryer. Repeat the process if any…
Good Picnic Site Stewardship
Tips for keeping it clean and pristine
A picnic in the park is a true summer pleasure...provided you're not trying to locate a site that's free of someone else's trash. Good stewardship of our parks is everyone's responsibility, even more so now that budget cuts across the nation are affecting park maintenance.
Good picnic protocol means leaving the site in pristine condition. All that's required is a little preplanning.…