COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pacific Building Care (PBC) has recently achieved the major distinction of being awarded Green Seal (GS-42) Certification for their green cleaning programs and practices. This program ratifies the PBC comprehensive sustainability services platform and its practice of green cleaning that PBC performs, providing healthier workplaces with a lower environmental impact across all types of commercial properties.

PBC successfully completed the rigorous and comprehensive application and audit process administered by the Green Seal Organization. Green Seal, based in Washington DC, is a third party verification provider that is recognized as the standard bearer for green cleaning and environmental best practices in the United States. "PBC’s success in achieving the Green Seal (GS-42) certification differentiates the Company from competitors that claim green cleaning programs but fail to deliver the highest standard and rigorous credibility imposed by the green seal certification," said Ian Bress CEO of PBC. "Our customers and others in the property/facility management community can leverage PBC as a leader in greening commercial real estate to position their facilities with green cleaning programs that truly deliver a comprehensive sustainable solution."

The GS-42 certification validates PBC’s services platform integrating all meaningful aspects of a Green Cleaning Initiative into site specific customized programs. Industry-recognized best practices for the safe application of Green Seal certified cleaning products, dust containment systems, use of EPA recommended environmentally preferred products, and high-performance vacuum cleaners are each strategically orchestrated in the overall Green Cleaning Plan.

The PBC GS-42 Certified program drives cost savings that actually deliver cleaner more productive workplaces. It is designed to contribute towards LEED certification initiatives as well as improving indoor air quality, lowering employee absenteeism, providing safer working conditions, while enhancing employee morale and performance. The fully integrated PBC approach includes lighting retrofits, water conservation, and energy consumption strategies that drive significant cost savings in all types of commercial properties.

PBC is a leading commercial janitorial services company in the Western United States, delivering green cleaning and lighting solutions to commercial, municipal and industrial buildings. PBC employs over 3,200 associates servicing over 105 million square feet focused on the goal of "greening commercial real estate" through a comprehensive green cleaning approach that includes LEED certification consulting and related environmental best practices. By achieving the GS-42 Certification, PBC continues to rank as one the most innovative and advanced companies in its environmentally sustainable practices which are increasingly being demanded by the commercial real estate industry.

Contact:
Pacific Building Care
Dana Holladay, 949-261-1234 x251
dholladay@pbcare.com