| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 51.98 |
| Liaison | Amber Saxton |
| Submission Date | Aug. 9, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
George Mason University
OP-11: Cleaning Products Purchasing
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.84 / 2.00 |
Margaret
Lo University Sustainability Director Sustainability |
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Does the institution have an institution-wide stated preference to purchase Green Seal (tm) or EcoLogo (tm) certified cleaning products?:
Yes
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The website URL where the green cleaning product purchasing policy, directive, or guidelines are posted:
None
A brief description of steps the institution has taken to ensure that the purchasing policy, directives, or guidelines are followed:
Within George Mason University's (Mason) policies, there is a preference that cleaning solvents and surfactants shall be biodegradable and phosphate free, citrus based, and Green Seal certified, where their use will not compromise quality of service. Mason works with vendors that share our commitment to sustainability and we have established Green Seal certified products, equipment, and practices as the foundation of our cleaning program.
None
Does the institution wish to pursue points for Part 2 of this credit (expenditures on cleaning products)?:
Yes
None
Expenditures on Green Seal and/or EcoLogo certified cleaning products :
582,552
US/Canadian $
None
Total expenditures on cleaning products :
654,552
US/Canadian $
None
A copy of the sections of the cleaning contract(s) that reference certified green products:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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