How does laundry detergent fit into this credit, if at all? If we should include it, how do we show that it's sustainable?
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Trista Brown
Project DirectorWSP USA
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April 18, 2013 - 7:13 pm
Hi Patty,
I think you're safe to exclude it entirely from your application since laundry detergent isn't a product category covered by the credit requirements. Interestingly, Green Seal just came out with a new standard for laundry care products in January 2013 - http://www.greenseal.org/Portals/0/Documents/Press%20Releases/GS-48-GS-5.... I'm not sure if any products have been certified yet, but if you found one I think a case could be made for including it under this credit. Of course the detergent would need to be part of your custodial cleaning program (e.g. used to wash microfiber cloths).
Hope that helps!
Patty Breech
Sustainability ConsultantUHG Consulting
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April 18, 2013 - 7:21 pm
Thanks for your quick reply, Trista. I'll plan to exclude it.
Just a sidenote: the project in question is a hotel and all of the guestroom linens & towels are laundered in-house. The detergent is a huge part of the cleaning supply budget, not to mention it represents a significant part of what the building occupants come into contact with, both as guests and employees. I guess this is just another example of how LEED is better equipped to deal with office buildings than any other space type -- perhaps something for the USGBC to consider for the future!