Tag: Human Health
Safer, Healthier Hand Sanitizers – Call for Public Comment
Invitation to comment: Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are under review for health and environmental claims certification. Read more
Why We're Certifying Safer Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers
Green Seal is now certifying hand sanitizers that meet the highest standard for safety and performance in the marketplace. Read more
Interview from the Front Lines: Cleaning for COVID-19
BMS President shares an update on how his certified commercial cleaning company is navigating new operating challenges. Read more
Honoring the Custodial Workers Who Keep Our Schools Healthy
Healthy Green Schools & Colleges participants are leading the way to prepare for when onsite learning resumes. Read more
Serving Our Stakeholders During the COVID-19 Health Crisis
Whether you’re a consumer, business owner, school leader or Green Seal certified provider, we have resources for you. Read more
Consumers Spur Action on Toxins Like Methylene Chloride
Toxic substances like methylene chloride and 1,4-dioxane have no place in the products used in homes, schools, or workplaces. Read more
Titanium Dioxide Whitens in Enzyme-Based Cleaning
Certified products may now include the customer preferred whitening and brightening coloring agent under certain conditions. Read more
Harsh Cleaning Chemicals Have No Place in Our Schools
Nearly half of US states and thousands of schools specify Green Seal certified products for their custodial teams. Read more
HSC Report: How Schools are Keeping Kids Healthier, Safer
New Healthy Schools Campaign report shows Green Seal is the top third-party certifier for green cleaning products. Read more
Emerging Wellness Trends Advance Green Hospitality
A generational shift is raising the bar on how hotels view sustainability. Travelers expect to experience a healthy stay. Read more
Update: TCSA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Amendment
One year in, the EPA has made real progress protecting those vulnerable from the risk of harmful exposures to chemical. Read more
Study Quantifies GHG Reductions of Certified Hotels
Year-long UCSB Bren School study measures the environmental benefits for LA hotels certified under Green Seal’s standard. Read more
A Trend in COVID-19 Cleaning Is Hazardous to Your Health
Disinfecting methods are not created equal when it comes to schools and offices. Some may harm those they’re meant to help. Read more
CDC Confirms: Less is More When it Comes to Disinfecting
CDC's new guidance supports Green Seal's guidelines for safer cleaning and disinfecting for COVID-19. Read more