NEW YORK—Carnegie, a leader in sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, announces its fourth consecutive recertification as a Certified B Corporation (“B Corp”) by B Lab. This achievement underscores Carnegie’s ongoing commitment to meeting high standards of verified social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Carnegie has been B Corp certified since 2014, undergoing rigorous recertification every three years to ensure compliance with B Lab’s continuously evolving standards. Unlike certifications that address only single attributes, B Corp Certification is a holistic framework that evaluates a company’s overall impact. In an industry crowded with certifications and vulnerable to greenwashing,...

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF.—Lewie, the innovative smile care brand bringing oral hygiene to the beauty aisle, announces its partnership with The Maybourne Beverly Hills, a premier luxury hotel located in the heart of Beverly Hills. This collaboration introduces Lewie’s patented, eco-friendly Floss Discs to The Maybourne’s discerning guests, seamlessly integrating sustainable oral care into the hotel’s world-class wellness and beauty offerings. Lewie’s Floss Discs are crafted from recyclable and biodegradable materials, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional floss products. Their compact, travel-friendly design ensures guests can maintain optimal oral health effortlessly, whether relaxing in their suite or exploring the city. These discs...

MIAMI—Tuuci, the Miami-based manufacturer of nautically inspired shade structures and furnishings, has been honored with several prestigious industry awards for its most recent product introductions. The latest designs elevate the art of outdoor-indoor living and are available on the company’s new state-of-the-art Design Studio visualizer, where clients can tailor features and download custom BIM files to imagine their creations within a space. “Design is where every journey begins for us,” said Dougan Clarke, Founder and Chief Product Designer at Tuuci. “These awards highlight the creativity and craftsmanship that bring beauty, comfort, and connection to life—both indoors and out.” Award-Winning New Designs Ocean Master MAX Bolero: Ombré...

SAN DIEGO—The Holiday Inn Express San Diego South—Chula Vista is a contemporary 3-star hotel with 88 spacious guestrooms across four floors. The property offers easy access to downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Zoo, beaches, and the Convention Center—making it a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers. Amenities include a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, business facilities, and free parking. Competing in one of the nation’s most demanding hospitality markets, the hotel is constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency and service. To meet these challenges, General Manager Victor M. Carrera recently introduced...

MENOMONEE FALLS, WIS.—For 16 years, Bradley Company’s Healthy Handwashing Survey has tracked how Americans’ public restroom expectations shape their behavior—offering an unmatched view of shifting hygiene trends and their business impact. The 2025 results confirm a powerful truth: restrooms aren’t just functional spaces—they’re a mirror of a facility’s management, brand, and values. Whether they fall short or exceed expectations, the impact on customer perception, loyalty, and spending is immediate. Bradley’s nationally representative survey finds: 84 percent say an unclean or poorly stocked restroom damages a business’s image; 75 percent will think twice before returning after a bad restroom experience; and 71...

CHARLOTTE, N.C.—GPS Air, a leading provider of indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions, recently announced a successful partnership with The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa, a premier luxury hospitality and fitness destination in Houston. In response to increased air quality concerns triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Houstonian installed GPS Air’s state-of-the-art air purification technology in 32 units across key areas, including hotel rooms, the spa, fitness center and restaurants, ensuring cleaner air for its guests and members. Faced with uncertainties at the onset of the pandemic, The Houstonian's facilities team sought a robust solution to protect multiple high-traffic spaces across...

SHEBOYGAN FALLS, WIS.—Bemis Manufacturing Co., a leading manufacturer of toilet seats, announced that its enameled wood toilet seats have been certified by GreenCircle Certified LLC for their recycled content. The certification verifies that 100 percent of the wood used in the seats is recycled pre-consumer wood waste. The overall recycled content of the finished product is 71 percent by weight for seats with plastic hinges and 66 percent for seats with metal hinges. This third-party verification affirms Bemis’ dedication to transparent, eco-conscious manufacturing and empowers customers to make confident, environmentally responsible choices. “With growing consumer demand for responsible purchasing options, clarity around what...

FRAMINGHAM, MASS.—Staples announced the arrival of SAFEguard Pro, an aviation-grade anti-icing solution now available to schools, hospitals, hotels, and businesses across ice country. Relying on the same proven technology trusted by airport runways worldwide, SAFEguard Pro prevents ice before it forms—eliminating the dangerous, time-consuming work of ice removal and the hidden costs of cleaning up messy salt tracked indoors. “For 80 years, facility managers have complained about the hidden costs and dangers of ice-melting salts,” said Mitch Vestal, President at Advanced Organics, LLC, maker of SAFEguard Pro. “SAFEguard Pro changes the game by preventing ice altogether.” Some of the Common Complaints About...

MONTREAL—INNhotels and SOFIAC are joining forces to launch an ambitious decarbonization project spanning the family-owned hotel chain’s eight properties across Alberta and British Columbia. This $5.9 million investment—fully financed by SOFIAC—will reduce the hotels’ energy consumption by nearly 30 percent while delivering long-term improvements to guest comfort. Now led by the second generation, INNhotels is on a mission to inspire travelers to embrace responsible tourism. The company was eager to put its decarbonization plan into action but also needed to prioritize other strategic investments to sustain its growth. With its unique financing model—with no impact on debt ratios—and tailored support, SOFIAC...

HORSHAM, PENN.—Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, announced that all of its Papernet products have earned the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible forest management. “At Sofidel, we are committed to providing sustainable hygiene solutions that meet the highest environmental and customer standards,” said Tahnie Gilliland, Marketing Specialist at Sofidel. “Achieving the FSC certification for all of our Papernet products demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing restroom solutions that prioritize both hygiene and environmental responsibility.” The FSC is a globally recognized certification system for forests, wood and wood-derived products. It ensures...