The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) today announced a determination on wood certification systems in the LEED v5 green building rating system in alignment with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), the Forest Stewardship Council-US (FSC-US), and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). This includes the recognition of major sustainable wood standards in LEED (Leadership ...

Betco® Corporation (“Betco”), a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals and equipment, is proud to participate in the 2026 Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) Corporate Partner Program. The program brings together organizations dedicated to advancing the building service contractor (BSC) industry and supporting BSCAI’s mission. Betco delivers solutions designed to help BSCs streamline operations, reduce ...

JaniJobs, the online marketplace that connects cleaning professionals with organizations and individuals in need of cleaning services, today announced it has surpassed 700 users on the platform, including 561 cleaners and 158 companies. The platform continues to simplify hiring, scheduling and workforce management, helping cleaning businesses, in-house providers and short-term rental hosts fill shifts and ...

 Ecolab Inc. and CDP today announced a strategic partnership to launch the Water Use Efficiency Index, a new benchmark designed to help companies measure, compare and improve operational water performance. Announced at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the Index will offer sector‑specific ranges for Best‑in‑Class water use efficiency and optimized targets, giving business leaders a ...

Apis & Heritage Capital Partners (A&H) is proud to announce the conversion of B and B Maintenance, Inc., a leading Illinois-based provider of janitorial services with a legacy spanning more than 40 years, into a 100% employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) company. This transaction marks A&H’s largest portfolio company to date in terms of workforce ...

Trojan Battery Company, a global leader in battery innovation and technology for over 100 years, will showcase its newly expanded lithium-ion portfolio, as well as its flooded lead acid and AES AGM batteries in booth #3227 at the PGA show, January 20-23 in Orlando, FL. Trojan is addressing the market's increasing demand for customization, power, ...

The explosive growth of artificial intelligence data centers is about to hit the professional cleaning industry with a potential water scarcity crisis that few saw coming just two or three years ago. "The industry hasn't felt the squeeze yet because most of these data centers are still on the drawing board or under construction," suggests ...

Forty years ago, a small team working out of Toronto’s west end set out to do something simple—but powerful: to make cleaning easier, safer, and smarter. That company became NaceCare Solutions, and four decades later, its products, people, and purpose continue to shape how North America cleans. From the introduction of the iconic Henry vacuum in 1986 to ...

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) strongly disagrees with the decision this week to withdraw from several United Nations pacts and organizations, calling the move shortsighted and harmful to U.S. economic interests.   “Today’s challenges require global collaboration,” said Elizabeth Beardsley, senior policy counsel. “Across the United States, businesses, NGOs, and state and local governments recognize the value of participating in international climate discussions as essential to protecting U.S. interests and building economic opportunity as the ...

Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life, has earned a top spot on CDP’s respected annual A List for its continued leadership in corporate transparency and performance on water and climate. This marks the seventh consecutive year of ...