Hello! My name is Stephanie Zambrano and I am a Co-Owner of Espino Cleaning Service based in Denver, CO. Down below I will explain  why I believe every person should only use natural green cleaning products.

As I was finishing my Green Cleaning Certification on IJCSA, I learned a lot about green cleaning and how it helps not only humans, but animals and the environment. Green cleaning is more than just a trend — it's a safer and smarter way to clean. Additionally, it makes you more of a responsible cleaner if you use natural products. By using natural and eco-friendly cleaning products, we reduce the amount of harsh chemicals that are toxic to enter our homes, schools, businesses, and the environment. Regular cleaners often contain harsh ingredients that can irritate the skin, lungs, and eyes, and long-term exposure may lead to serious health problems. These harsh chemicals have the risk of harming clients, while using green cleaning products avoid any allergy reactions, harm, and it creates a safer and fresh environment. Green cleaning products are made with products that are non-toxic, biodegradable ingredients that are safe for people, pets, and the planet, why wouldn't you want to use that instead?!

Every person plays a big role in keeping our communities safe, especially as a cleaner. If you choose to use natural green cleaning, that means you choose to protect yourself and others — especially children, the elderly, and those with allergies or asthma — from harmful fumes and chemical residues. Green cleaning also reduces indoor air pollution, making our homes and workplaces healthier places to live and work. According to the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association (IJCSA), switching to green cleaning can drastically improve indoor air quality and reduce sick days in workplaces!

Additionally from public health, green cleaning is very essential for protecting our environment. Harmful chemicals can by chance enter water systems, pollute the air, and damage ecosystems. As a person in the cleaning industry, our purpose is to avoid that.  Using natural cleaning methods, such as vinegar, baking soda, or plant-based products, are effective products that break down safely without causing any harm. When we choose eco-friendly cleaning methods, we choose to reduce waste, support sustainability, and take direct action to fight climate change and pollution.

If you’re ready to switch to a greener way of cleaning, visit the IJCSA Green Cleaning Directory to find certified cleaning services near you that follow safe, earth-friendly practices. Every small change we do as cleaners adds up, and together we can create a cleaner, healthier future for us all!