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University Housekeeping's Green Cleaning Initiative



Thanks to the initiative of University Housekeeping, NC State is leading the way in green cleaning! Housekeeping staff undergo regular training to ensure we are continuously delivering a clean, healthy environment for building occupants. When compared to other universities, NC State has undertaken a comprehensive approach to green cleaning that includes:
  • Saving energy & water
  • Improving indoor air quality
  • Furthering recycling efforts
  • Increasing occupant productivity
  • Purchasing environmentally-friendly products

Our housekeeping staff engage in practices such as:

  • HEPA filtration vacuum system
  • Energy efficient light bulbs
  • GreenSeal cleaning products
  • Lights out walk throughs
  • Microfiber mops
  • Recycled content paper products
  • Catch and release pest control
To learn more, please review University Housekeeping's Green Cleaning Program - coming soon

Green Cleaning at Work:
NC State students, faculty and staff have a role to play in helping us maintain our green cleaning principles. Below are a few ways you can help us during your work day:


  • Report odors to your building liaison instead of covering them up with an air freshener or opening windows
  • Use your deskside recycling bin
  • Reduce the need for trash bag replacement by designating one trash bin for your suite for food scraps and other messy trash
  • Use the building entry mats to remove soil or water from your shoes
  • Thank your housekeeper for his or her efforts!!
Our Housekeeping staff routinely keep an eye open for energy and water saving opportunities, you can help by:

  • Reporting water leaks to your building liaison
  • Turning off lights when your office, restrooms, copy areas, breakrooms, etc when not in use
  • Turning off computers and monitors, printers, copiers and coffee makers at night
Green Cleaning at Home:
You can bring green cleaning to your home by including a few of our favorite tips:

  • Use baking soda OR a water/vinegar mix to clean surfaces instead of regular cleaners.
  • If using store-bought cleaners use those that are eco-friendly
  • Use rags instead of paper towels to clean up messes
  • Compost your food scraps instead of tossing them in the garbage

For more home tips, check out the following web sites:

Circle of Life
EarthEasy
Green Planet
 Grist.com
New American Dream