by Shane Henson — September 23, 2011—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched a new tool/Web portal for Greener Products that may assist facilities personnel in choosing a wide range of products that will protect the health of their company’s employees while also preventing pollution and saving money.
Using the new tool, facilities personnel can find everything from building products such as LED lighting, paint and water heaters to office products and supplies such as window shades and work stations. Additionally, people can find information about cleaning products that are safer for the environment and people’s health. These products bear the EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) label. The Web site will also help manufacturers and institutional purchasers with information on standards and criteria for designing greener products.
“By purchasing greener products, consumers can help reduce air pollution, conserve water and energy, minimize waste and protect their children and families from exposure to toxic chemicals, while also creating green jobs,” said Steve Owens, assistant administrator of EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention.
