U.S. Green Building Council
Certifies buildings through LEED (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) and has set the standard for Green-
Cleaning through industry based stakeholder consensus.
www.usgbc.org

Environmental Protection Agency
Promotes the use of environmentally preferable cleaning
products and developed the "Comprehensive Procurement
Guidelines" for towel, tissue and liners.
www.epa.gov

Green Seal
Third party, non-profit company that certifies products and
helps set the standard for green chemicals and products.
www.greenseal.org

EcoLogo
Canadian based, third party, non-profit company that
certifies products and plays an important role in setting
the standard for green chemicals and other products.
www.terrachoice-certified.com

Design for the Environment (DfE)
Division of the EPA, providing formulation guidance to
chemical manufacturers, and gain greater acceptance as
a standard setting organization.
www.epa.gov/dfe

Carpet & Rug Institute (CRI)
Sets the Green Cleaning standard for vacuums and other
cleaning equipment under their "Green Label Program".
www.carpet-rug.org