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Apple’s newest phone, the iPhone 4, was released on June 24 to five countries. If there is one thing the iPhone is known for, it’s the device’s wide variety of applications available for download. The technology can be very useful, ranging from apps for recipes and one that can start a vehicle remotely using your iPhone.While these are some of the more popular applications, there are also several

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It’s no doubt that the world’s population is growing. It’s also no secret that one day the world will use up all the fossil fuel currently being produced. Growth brings the need for additional resources to fuel and power the vehicles, homes and workplaces everyone uses daily. The coming months will likely usher in more discussion and debate about how to safely and effectively seek out natural

Brent Duncannoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-8734072832654667272010-04-19T11:00:00.003-05:002010-04-19T11:07:27.046-05:00

For over a century, the most prominent “green” aspect of Major League baseball has been the lush outfield grass that adorns the playing field. But this year, in conjunction with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, Major League Baseball is undertaking several initiatives to educate fans about sustainability issues and practices. Throughout the 2010 baseball season, clubs will be hosting

Brent Duncannoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-52010868998884878042010-02-19T10:26:00.003-05:002010-02-21T13:04:21.189-05:00

With the 2010 Winter Olympics officially underway, the Olympic organizers are hoping the world notices sustainable efforts that have been implemented during the games. Even before the opening ceremony, The Vancouver Organizing Committee (VANOC ) had been working with the UN Environment Program ( UNEP ) over the last three years in a bid to enhance the event's environmental performance and

Brent Duncannoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-68487130623302869302010-01-22T15:36:00.001-05:002010-01-22T15:37:14.677-05:00

Can you believe it’s already 2010? Undoubtedly, many of you will get asked, “What are your New Year’s resolutions?” Wouldn’t it be great to have ideas in place you can share with your neighbors, colleagues and friends?Before giving a typical response involving getting to the gym more often, you might consider a few sustainable resolutions. There are many ways to get the new year started right

Brent Duncannoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-74775907013441294842009-12-14T14:27:00.002-05:002009-12-14T14:34:31.547-05:00

Evidence that the Holiday season is in full swing across the country is clearly visible by now. It goes without saying, the opportunity of merriment is everywhere around us. Having an enriching and memorable holiday season can also prove beneficial to the environment by taking a look at how you celebrate the season. Here are a few tips to ensure your holiday traditions remain as

Brent Duncannoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-65000102698641339542009-11-24T16:19:00.001-05:002009-12-03T16:21:42.883-05:00

As sustainability and going ‘green’ become less trendy and more of a way of life for more people, signs that the movement is here to stay are revealed by NBC Universal’s “Green is Universal” initiative. This autumn the networks of NBC Universal have partnered with viewers for Green Week 2009 [which ran Nov. 15 – 22). The networks highlighted environmental issues during episodes of 30 Rock,

D Michalakhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624991529509011128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1148344274101711792009-04-22T12:40:00.000-05:002009-04-22T12:41:26.182-05:00

Happy Earth Day from MilliCare! This holiday has been observed on April 22 for nearly 40 years. After all this time, many of us still feel a bit overwhelmed at all of the choices we can and cannot make to truly impact our environment.If you feel this way, take a look at MSNBC’s Earth Day recommendations, each of them simple ways to decrease production of carbon dioxide and save some money on

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-90835006463896796892009-04-07T15:56:00.003-05:002009-04-07T16:04:36.044-05:00

We’ve all heard that heavy April showers bring May flowers, but the truth is that even in water-rich areas, our most precious resource isn’t always so abundant. We at MilliCare are very proud of our dry-anchored carpet cleaning process, particularly because it enables us to use 99% less water while keeping carpets and textiles remarkably well-maintained.It’s difficult to use 99% less water in

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-91999471858698908852009-03-12T09:19:00.000-05:002009-03-12T09:21:51.497-05:00

Going green isn’t just about a corporate program or government recommendations. Sometimes the best way to be environmentally-friendly is to take small steps – starting at home.Whether we’re decorating, grocery shopping, renovating or just plain living your life – we at MilliCare are always looking for new ways to make our habits just a bit greener. We’ve found a great site with simple tips to

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Curious about the green cleaning movement? Want to understand how environmentally friendly maintenance practices can benefit your business?We invite you to join us as MilliCare sponsors a webinar on those very topics. Our partners Environmental Design & Construction and Sustainable Facility magazines will be presenting a Green Cleaning webinar on Wednesday, January 28th featuring nationally

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-59095915010969264562008-12-15T17:52:00.000-05:002008-12-15T17:53:09.643-05:00

Most parts of the country are well into winter, that time of year when heating your home and office is a high priority. Finding eco-friendly ways to do that, however, may not be top of mind.The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently printed an article on how you can reduce energy usage and still keep your workplace nice and toasty. It’s easier than it sounds – just clean and maintain your

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-62398243372657716382008-11-24T09:16:00.000-05:002008-11-24T09:23:53.483-05:00

Going green is more than just a one-time decision. In every facet of our lives we can incorporate habits that are more environmentally friendly and sustainable than ever before. Some decisions, like how to clean our homes and offices, happen throughout the year. Others, like planning for the holidays, present new opportunities to think and live green.Considering all of the planning and

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-68610317093761488462008-09-10T13:43:00.003-05:002008-09-10T14:00:14.135-05:00

“The Business of Green Cleaning,” the definitive guide to the future of the cleaning and maintenance industry white paper, will be published to this website in mid-October 2008. Please check back at that time.

MilliCarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12719826092518528245noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-39168266733841073552008-07-10T12:53:00.001-05:002008-07-10T13:23:32.644-05:00

It's easy to think of a green building as being environmentally friendly in its construction, but there is a lot more to creating a sustainable facility than just that. From the first phases of planning to the ongoing maintenance a facility requires, there are a number of ways to "go green" in throughout the process.The Indianapolis Star recently took a deeper look at the impact of green building

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-10846894774205759752008-05-21T12:47:00.003-05:002008-05-22T11:01:55.649-05:00

The warm weather May brings can also signal a peak time of year for allergies and asthma. This makes May the perfect time of year for National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month, when we focus on these issues and the best ways to prevent common problems and promote healthy breathing. With this in mind, the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) has issued a reminder that carpet, when properly maintained,

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In the first in-depth study of its kind, CFOs and other senior finance executives overwhelmingly report that environmental sustainability is an increasingly important issue for their companies, and that a range of significant financial benefits are achievable for companies that can implement strategies that truly reduce their impact on the environment. The study surveyed 175 corporate CFOs and

Annenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-31511559376443816522008-04-17T08:16:00.001-05:002008-04-17T12:21:33.611-05:00

The cleaning industry estimates that 85% of the soils and particles we work so arduously to remove from buildings are tracked in through entryways. Some studies estimate the cost of removing just one pound of dirt at over $500.00.With this in mind, it is clear that maintaining an efficient entryway is one of the keys to guaranteeing the control of soils entering and leaving. If soils can be

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The premiere issue of Sustainable Facility recently featured an article explaining how a work environment’s carpet is the key to internal air quality. It may surprise many to know that, instead of checking the air ducts, we should be looking beneath our feet when we think about maintaining internal air quality. Proactive maintenance of a facility's carpet and textiles is essential to achieve the

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-5202423185375165872007-09-28T14:00:00.000-05:002007-09-28T14:37:38.418-05:00

In a recent article in The Denver Post, staff writer Elizabeth Aguilera writes about the advancements of Colorado retail stores going green. Big company names such as REI, Toyota, Wal-Mart, Staples and J.C. Penney are turning over a new 'green' leaf.Initially building a green building is more expensive than building a regular building. However, the benefits can outweigh the cost. For example Burt

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-78632986078252978162007-08-03T16:09:00.000-05:002007-08-03T16:25:56.634-05:00

In this column, which appeard in Chicago's Daily Southtown, columnist Christopher Appelt poses the question: What makes a building 'green'?Recent news announcing everything from green hotels and commercial buildings to school buildings including, as Appelt notes, college residence halls, throws even more light on a movement gaining steam since the 1990s.But experts disagree on current standards -

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-30417199693063814632007-06-15T16:35:00.000-05:002007-06-15T16:36:07.737-05:00

We are proud to announce that MilliCare is now certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) as an effective Deep Extraction Cleaning system!Pre-Mist NXT and MilliCare Dry Carpet Cleaner were previously certified for spot cleaning. The new Seal of Approval applies to the deep cleaning system itself: MilliCare's unique combination of equipment, products and procedures.CRI measured MilliCare's

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-65019413709702575522007-05-23T10:38:00.000-05:002007-05-23T10:54:46.943-05:00

Joel Makower, proponent of sustainable business and co-creator of Greenbiz.com, recently published a column on his site about the "Green Bubble." Is sustainable business here to stay, or is it just a fad? Will greener options, from home cleaning products to business practices, disappear when interest wanes? He denies that a Green Bubble is in danger of bursting, and offers 10 logical reasons why

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-38524945818779076842007-05-04T18:16:00.000-05:002007-05-04T18:26:57.875-05:00

The American Institute of Architects recently selected their Top 10 Green Projects of 2007. The buildings range from an elementary school to a courthouse, public buildings to private business headquarters.Perhaps the most interesting building on the list is the Artists for Humanity EpiCenter, Boston's first Platinum LEED Certified building. It's a community center for teaching children through

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-17560970846179859002007-04-16T16:32:00.000-05:002007-04-17T07:49:51.118-05:00

In the cover story of the March issue of Building Operations Management, "Tough Pill for Healthcare?", author Walter Vernon lists the barriers to green thinking in healthcare design, from cost and government regulations to conservative thinking and narrow operating margins. But, going green makes sense for healthcare, as Vernon also asserts.From third party certification to flexible views on the

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-48925651281866129942007-03-22T15:48:00.000-05:002007-03-22T15:54:32.226-05:00

Bank of America has announced a $20 billion pledge to invest in new green businesses, and initiatives to help business customers operate in an environmentally preferable way.This article, posted on Greenbiz.com, describes the $20 billion investment in more detail. Such a move provides an example of the importance of an integrated economic approach to sustainable business: Bank of America is

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-64672163136204607482007-02-21T15:43:00.000-05:002007-02-21T16:18:35.296-05:00

An article in last Wednesday's USA Today reports that corporate social responsibility (CSR) is on the rise. Research cited in the article shows more companies than ever before realize practices that are good for the environment can also be good for the bottom line.MilliCare has a history of operating in a sustainable manner and helping customers do the same, providing environmentally preferable

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-91883558924941623342007-02-12T17:13:00.000-05:002007-01-30T14:40:30.895-05:00

In the January issue, Buildings magazine offers a 2007 forecast of commercial real estate markets for building owners and facility managers. Gathering input from experts and researchers, the article discusses the future of hospitality, institutional, retail, multi-family and office markets over the coming year.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />What does

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1170169018333128922007-01-30T09:51:00.000-05:002007-01-30T09:57:00.806-05:00

The following article outlines a new Canadian initiative to support clean energy research, demonstrating the administration's interest in sustainable growth for Canada.Canada's New Government Launches ecoEnergy InitiativeSource: GreenBiz.comOTTAWA, Jan. 17, 2007 - Gary Lunn, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, and John Baird, its Minister of the Environment, have announced the ecoEnergy

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1169231041183437812007-01-19T13:23:00.000-05:002007-01-19T13:24:02.196-05:00

The following article appeared in Seattle's Puget Sound Business Journal. It includes discussion of cost benefits to green retrofits, including a 16.5 percent return on investment for Washington Real Estate Holdings' One Union Square in downtown Seattle.Owners loving payoffs from 'green' retrofitsPuget Sound Business Journal (Seattle) - December 8, 2006by Deirdre GreggStaff WriterDowntown

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1167946680483117202007-01-04T16:27:00.000-05:002007-01-04T16:40:24.770-05:00

The following are results from a poll posted on the Portland Business Journal's Web site in December. The poll offers interesting insight into the general public's perception of sustainability in this, and perhaps many other, American markets.Poll: Focus on sustainabilityDecember 29, 2006Portland Business JournalA majority of the respondents to last week's Business Pulse survey believe Oregon's

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1166643766827053022006-12-20T14:32:00.000-05:002006-12-20T14:46:38.560-05:00

HOK's green efforts win Building Council awardSt. Louis Business Journal - November 20, 2006Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum Inc. (HOK) said Friday that the U.S. Green Building Council awarded the company with an Organizational Excellence award in the 2006 USGBC Leadership Awards program for its green building movement.St. Louis-based HOK was the first firm, according to a release, to reach 100 LEED (

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1166134992001335952006-12-14T16:43:00.000-05:002006-12-14T17:23:12.336-05:00

Washington D.C. has become the first major U.S. city to require 'green' practices in new commercial development. Read more in the article below.D.C. Council passes green building rules for private development09:27 PM PST on Tuesday, December 5, 2006Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. - Waterless urinals and recycled carpet could become common building features in the nation's capital under green

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1165520120222164542006-12-07T14:35:00.000-05:002006-12-07T14:35:20.726-05:00

Kudos to the Kansas Board of Regents, the governing body of Kansas' university system, which has called for increased state funding in 2008 to address deferred maintenance projects in Kansas universities. In the statement below, the board cites a maintenance backlog in excess of $727 million throughout the state's network of higher learning institutions.The Kansas board's report brings to light a

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1164903677323968562006-11-30T11:20:00.000-05:002006-11-30T11:21:17.443-05:00

This recently released paper makes the connection between healthy environment and healthy business, showing that preserving the environment is important to protect large companies' business interests.The research shows while many companies are concerned with preserving the environment, most don't see the connection to profits.Business Must Adapt to Realities of Earth's Ecosystems, Warns New

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1164129929659114592006-11-21T12:25:00.000-05:002006-11-30T10:55:45.250-05:00

We're proud to announce MilliCare will offer Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) approved courses to our franchise partners beginning in December.Read more about the new classes in this article in Interior Design magazine's online news archive.MilliCare Offers Carpet Education ClassesThe classes will begin in December.by StaffInterior Design - November 13,

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1163704706134919952006-11-16T14:09:00.000-05:002006-11-30T10:59:47.900-05:00

CM/Cleaning & Maintenance Management magazine green cleaning tip:Reduce your maintenance plan's impact on the environment by minimizing the amount of cleaning chemicals you use.Mike Sawchuk, vice president and general manager of a manufacturer of green cleaning products, offers simple solutions for reducing cleaning chemical use on CMMOnline.

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1163022769434612922006-11-08T16:52:00.000-05:002006-11-08T16:56:19.416-05:00

The World Resources Institute (WRI), an environmental think tank, has released a report that is "a practical resource for companies that want to 'green' their energy supply but don't know how." The report is targeted towards retail businesses and offices, including financial institutions, real estate and law firms, universities and nonprofit organizations.Read this article on Greenbiz.com for a

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1162484723162873642006-11-02T11:24:00.000-05:002006-11-02T11:27:30.243-05:00

Wells Fargo recently released the results of its survey regarding home owner improvement trends, and environmentally-friendly changes topped the list. As more and more people begin to recognize the benefits, this trend will continue to carry over into the business community.Check out the article for more details.NEW YORK, Oct 30 (Reuters) - For home owners dreaming of making improvements,

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1161975715563221112006-10-27T13:55:00.000-05:002006-10-27T14:04:26.610-05:00

An article appeared in the October 2006 issue of Cleaning & Maintenance Management magazine in response to increased interest in sustainable maintenance practices. In "The Great Debate: Is the 'green cleaning' movement good for carpet cleaning?", two industry insiders discuss whether green practices can and should be incorporated into carpet maintenance.Lee Senter, owner of a carpet and furniture

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1161101631483061782006-10-17T11:10:00.000-05:002006-10-17T13:12:53.143-05:00

The DuPont Co. recently announced they will put additional emphasis on research and development of sustainable products and procedures. As a company also committed to sustainability, MilliCare is excited to hear that one of the world's largest research and development companies is interested in reducing their environmental impact.DuPont Chairman and CEO Charles O. Holliday Jr. said of the move, "

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1160491340094846222006-10-10T09:42:00.000-05:002006-10-10T14:32:25.673-05:00

Did you get a "Fresh Perspective" at IFMA's World Workplace trade show this year in San Diego? Thanks to our guests for joining us Oct. 9 for our rooftop reception at the Altitude Sky Bar.Order prints of the party pictures below, or just "Right-Click > Save Picture As" to save a copy to your computer.Enjoy! http://millicare.shutterfly.com

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1158339717682140912006-09-15T11:59:00.000-05:002006-10-05T21:05:24.763-05:00

More than a marginalized trend, statistics cited in this article from Forbes.com list the market for "all-natural" cleaning products at $100 million per year, and growing by leaps and bounds. Over the past five years, sales of "organic" or all-natural cleaning products have increased between 18 and 25 percent year-over-year.Newsweek's July 17, 2006 issue also featured a cover story on "The New

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1158338679095774852006-09-15T11:44:00.000-05:002006-11-28T15:16:16.960-05:00

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), is a consensus-based set of criteria developed by industry professionals to identify "green buildings," or buildings designed to be sustainable and eco-friendly.Additionally, LEED Certification has become a recognizable and marketable label, bringing sustainable design to the forefront in consumers' minds and increasing demand for green

MilliCarenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32964195.post-1155930738481270592006-08-18T14:51:00.000-05:002006-10-03T15:58:38.546-05:00

One of the unique attributes of our carpet cleaning system is that we have a host of premist treatments at our disposal, so that our technicians can choose the premist that works best for the fiber content of your carpet, the pH and the nature of your soil. We're very excited to report that one of our proprietary cleaning agents, Premist NXT, has recently earned the Seal of Approval from the

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