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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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 –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.

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

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

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.

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 to learn more.

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

Thank you for your interest!