Sustainable Solutions

At USM, we strive to use the most environmentally responsible equipment, processes, and products in everything we do. Sustainability is a core aspect of our culture because we know it’s essential to our clients, our employees, and our planet

Sustainable Offerings for Clients 

  • Building Efficiency: We can help you maximize energy and cost efficiencies using LEED guidelines. We also offer water efficiency guidance, including best practices for landscaping. 
  • Greener Equipment: Whenever possible, we aim to use equipment with minimal environmental impact, including vacuums and extractors certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Green Label program, and landscape equipment that reduces noise and air pollution. 
  • Greener Products: We monitor supplies used by our vendors through a green cleaning chemical management system and aim to use sustainable cleaners, deicers, and more. We also partner with green-certified suppliers like Diversey. 
  • Greener Processes: Our team can help you implement sustainable operations plans, recycling programs, and delivery and procurement processes. We offer measuring, monitoring, and energy audits to track efficiencies and promote best practices. 

Sustainability in Our Operations

  • LEED Certified Office: The building that houses our headquarters has earned LEED Silver certification. It features a number of the latest green building technologies: 
    • Skylights, daylight harvesting, and solar window shades
    • High-efficiency lighting, heat pumps, and energy recovery units 
    • Energy Star-rated equipment and appliances
    • Centralized building management system
    • Green roof to reduce heating/cooling costs and minimize water waste 
  • Vehicle Efficiency: We standardized our vehicle fleet with hybrids vehicles, nearly doubling our fuel efficiency. Route optimization helped slash 750,000 miles from our team’s day-to-day travel or a roughly 25-percent reduction in overall mileage.

To learn more about our sustainable initiatives and services, reach out.