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Did you ever think about how the spring-cleaning ritual developed? Before the advent of electricity and a host of other modern conveniences, homes were heated with coal, oil and/or wood, and lit by gas or candlelight. Soot and grime were the natural companions of winter. Once spring arrived, the doors were thrown open, and everything – rugs, furniture, cupboards, curtains and more – was aired out, cleaned out, swept out and scrubbed out.Although today's centrally heated…
American Cleaning Institute offers insights on SBTi Corporate Net-Zero StandardDecember 15, 2025 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is helping to enable the cleaning product industry’s continued progress in sustainability by providing input on the latest draft of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Corporate Net-Zero Standard.The SBTi is updating its Net-Zero Standard to reflect the latest climate science…
Survey Finds Nearly a Third of Americans Have Seen Unsafe Storage on Social Media
Join the Conversation on Social Media with #StoreNotDecor
This September, as part of Baby Safety Month, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and Safe Kids Worldwide are raising awareness of popular, but dangerous and unsafe cleaning product storage trends seen on social media.
With home organization trends on the rise, one trend in particular, displaying laundry detergents…
One of the key components of an innovative workforce is a diverse and inclusive team. That’s why we’re celebrating the vital role of diversity in innovation for #STEMDay!
What’s the best way to clean after someone in the home has been sick?When someone in your household has been ill, effective cleaning becomes especially important to help prevent the spread of germs and restore a healthy environment. Here are practical steps to follow:Focus on high-touch surfaces: Pay special attention to doorknobs, light switches, remote controls, faucets, countertops and phones as these areas are frequently touched and can harbor viruses and bacteria.Use…
Scott Tuchinsky, Business Head, Consumer Care North America, Croda, Inc., is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors.
Mr. Tuchinsky was elected by the ACI Board during its meeting in Washington, D.C.
“Scott’s long history working within the cleaning product supply chain adds to the breadth, depth and expertise that makes our Board leadership so strong and impactful,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO.…
Ronald Birnbaum, Vice President, Base Ingredients, Evonik Corporation, is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors.
Birnbaum was elected during the Board’s meeting at ACI’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.
“We continue to add in-depth, senior-level industry knowledge and expertise to our Board of Directors, which strengthens our ability to navigate the critical priorities of the global cleaning product supply chain,” said…
Jillaine Dellis, Vice President – Sustainability & Industry Affairs, Henkel Corporation, is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors.
Ms. Dellis was elected by the ACI Board at its recent meeting in Washington, D.C.
“ACI’s Board of Directors brings together the leading companies from across the global cleaning product supply chain, which enables us to effectively and advocate on their behalf year-round,” said…
American Cleaning Institute provides comments on key global benchmark for climate action The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) submitted comments to Science Based Targets (SBTi) draft Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2, a global benchmark for businesses committed to ambitious climate action. SBTi is revising this standard to support more companies setting targets and making corporate climate action more effective, to accelerate the pace of…
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Q. How often, if ever, do you or someone in your household engage in spring cleaning?
77% Every year
6% Every other year
5% Every few years
3% Less often than every few years
8% I never spring clean
Q. On average, approximately how many days total does your spring cleaning take?
29% One to two days
31% Three to four days
40% Five days or more
Average = 6 days
Q. Which of the following, if any, do you…