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In partnership with the

In partnership with the. Who is DadePaper?. DadePaper is the leading independent distributor of foodservice and janitorial supplies and equipment in the Eastern US. DadePaper was founded in Miami, FL in 1939 and now serves the entire Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

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  1. In partnership with the

  2. Who is DadePaper? • DadePaper is the leading independent distributor of foodservice and janitorial supplies and equipment in the Eastern US. • DadePaper was founded in Miami, FL in 1939 and now serves the entire Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. • DadePaper supplies the lodging segment in addition to education, healthcare, facilities maintenance and foodservice.

  3. Why are we here today? • DadePaper has partnered with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to offer our expertise to the Florida Green Lodging Program participants. • One of the easiest ways lodging facilities can make a positive environmental impact is to use environmentally preferable paper and cleaning supplies and follow proper procedures.

  4. What is green cleaning? • Green cleaning includes products and procedures that have a reduced impact on the environment and are safer for facility occupants. • There are 3 levels of green cleaning programs: • Products • Products + Procedures • Product + Procedures + Facilities

  5. Green Cleaning Program Few Users LEED Certification Products, Procedures & Facilities Some Users Products & Procedures FL Green Lodging Most Users Eco-Friendly Products

  6. What are Green Products? • Green or Environmentally Preferable Cleaning Products are those products that have specific attributes including: • Increased recycled content • Lowered VOCs and toxins • Reduced packaging • Safety in use • Reduced waste

  7. What are the Myths about Green Products? • Green cleaning products don’t work. • Green cleaning products cost more. • Green is just a fad.

  8. Myth Buster #1 • Green products do work. Many independent companies and organizations have set standards and now certify products. • Green Seal • Environmental Choice/EcoLogo • GreenGuard • EPA Guidelines • LEED Guidelines

  9. Myth Buster # 2 • Green Products are cost neutral and in some cases provide cost savings. • Chemical dilution systems provide a true cost in use savings over ready to use spray bottles • Controlled towel and tissue dispensers reduce waste • Matting reduced the amount of dirt that enters a facility and reduces labor

  10. Myth Buster #3 • Green is here to stay • An independent study published in Cleaning Maintenance Management showed that 87% of all businesses surveyed wanted to be “more green.” That is a 28% jump since 2005. • Many companies now include sustainability positions in their company mission statements. • Many municipalities are starting to require the use of environmentally preferable cleaning products and supplies in their facilities.

  11. What is Greensafe? • Greensafe is a comprehensive supply chain management program that helps businesses identify, understand and fulfill their green cleaning opportunities. • Green for the planet • Safe for the people • Greensafe for the bottom line

  12. Greensafe includes: • Complimentary Site Surveys • Consulting • Product Bundling • Procedural Training • Assistance with Certification • Follow-up

  13. Greensafe Product Categories • DadePaper supplies the following product categories within the Greensafe Program: • Towel & Tissue • Cleaning Chemicals • Cleaning Equipment • Entranceway Matting • Water Reduction Faucet Systems • DadePaper offers many brands from top manufacturers.

  14. Green Opportunities for Facilities Managers • Schedule a site survey. • Learn what products are available to help your facility become green. • Train your staff in proper procedures. • Be open to new ideas in the future. • Visit www.dadepaper.com/greensafe to learn more.

  15. Invitation to Attend DadePaper’s First Annual Greensafe & Innovations Expo Thursday September 27th Miami Beach Convention Center Visit www.dadepaper.com for more info and on-line registration

  16. Thank you for your interest!

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