American Cleaning Institute

BRG Communications Receives Second-Consecutive Best Boutique Agency Win at 25th Annual PRWeek Awards

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second year in a row, BRG Communications (BRG) earned top recognition from PRWeek as Outstanding Boutique Agency.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second year in a row, BRG Communications (BRG) earned top recognition from PRWeek as Outstanding Boutique Agency.
  • Celebrated as one of the most prestigious awards in the communications industry, BRG was honored for agency growth, client and staff retention as well as innovation and training.
  • During the ceremony, PRWeek highlighted BRG's commitment to its motto: It's Better @ BRG, lauding the firm's exceptional staff and client retention, and fourth consecutive year of double-digit revenue growth.
  • The PRWeek awards are one of the industry's highest honors, representing leadership, innovation and exceptional results that set nominees apart in the fields of corporate, agency, nonprofit, and education.

ACI Survey: 80% of Americans Now Spring Clean Every Year

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Packaging, Family, Chemicals, Plastics, Consumer, Restaurant, Bar, Other Retail, Manufacturing, Supermarket, Specialty, Publishing, Marketing, Advertising, Cosmetics, Communications, Retail, Other Professional Services, Other Education, Supply Chain Management, Professional Services, Education, Other Consumer, Home Goods, Communication, Environment, Multimedia, ACI, American Cleaning Institute, Bottled water

Spring cleaning is a top priority for more Americans than ever, according to new consumer data released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).

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  • Spring cleaning is a top priority for more Americans than ever, according to new consumer data released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
  • The survey found that 80% of Americans plan to spring clean this year, which is a more than a 10% increase from just 3 years ago.
  • “According to the American Cleaning Institute’s 2024 National Cleaning Survey, 80 percent of Americans would rather spring clean than fill out their tax forms,” said Brian Sansoni, ACI Senior Vice President of Communications and Outreach.
  • For many Americans who engage in the annual ritual of spring cleaning, it’s a marathon rather than a sprint.

ACI: Time to Unravel “Deliberate Deception” on Banning Detergent Pods

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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“Detergent films are made of a very specific type of PVA, chosen for its ability to readily dissolve and degrade.

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  • “Detergent films are made of a very specific type of PVA, chosen for its ability to readily dissolve and degrade.
  • There are more than 50 years of published science that supports the safety and efficacy of PVA used in laundry and detergent pods.
  • The compact nature of the highly concentrated pods results in reduced shipping costs and ultimately, a lower carbon footprint.
  • Millions of Americans utilize detergent pods every single day due to their convenience and efficiency, as well as allowing a more sustainable option for the environment.

ACI: NYC Bill to Restrict Safe Detergent Chemistry is Unnecessary, Would Disrupt Sustainable Innovation

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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    “The innovation of water-soluble films and laundry detergent packets is a sustainability success story.
  • They help consumers safely use, dose and store the products, making chores easier to do for everyone, including those with disabilities.
  • They have grown in popularity because they provide a convenient way to deliver the correct dose of detergent for maximum cleaning efficiency, as well as enable more sustainable innovation.
  • ACI achieves this through a continuous commitment to sound science and being a credible voice for the cleaning products industry.

Future Origins Launches from Joint Venture to Develop Sustainable Ingredients in Personal Care and Cleaning Products, Announces Completion of Pilot Scale Activities

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Future Origins, a U.S. based joint venture that is commercializing sustainable alternatives to critical ingredients in the formulations of everyday cosmetics, personal care and cleaning products, formally launched today at the American Cleaning Institute's Innovation Showcase. Future Origins was founded by industrial biotechnology leader Geno, Unilever, Kao, and L'Oréal to commercialize and manufacture high-volume sustainable ingredients for widely used surfactants such as laundry detergent and face wash.

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  • Future Origins is shipping these products to commercial partners for use in a variety of applications.
  • "We are at a moment in time where the innovation in biotechnology is meeting the demand for sustainable alternatives.
  • Future Origins will use Geno's proven fermentation-based technology and proprietary engineered microorganisms to produce more sustainable surfactants.
  • While product development activities continue to advance, Future Origins plans to have their first commercial-scale manufacturing plant under construction by 2025.

Breaking Ground in Fragrance Innovation: Sensegen and Global Leader Unveil Dynamic Collaboration

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Monday, January 22, 2024
Intellectual property, Research, Biotechnology, Partnership, Perception, Innovation, American Cleaning Institute, USD, Creativity, ACI, Perfume

Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sensegen , a pioneer in biotech-enabled fragrance solutions, announced a strategic collaboration with Takasago, a global leader in the flavor and fragrance industry.

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  • Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sensegen , a pioneer in biotech-enabled fragrance solutions, announced a strategic collaboration with Takasago, a global leader in the flavor and fragrance industry.
  • "The collaboration with Takasago stands as a shining example of creative synergy through biotechnology, a dynamic partnership poised to reenergize the field of fragrance ingredients,” said V.P.
  • “We are pleased about the dynamic collaboration with Sensegen, as it marks a pivotal moment in the fragrance industry,” said Takasago’s Global Fragrance Division President, Paul Ireland.
  • This solid foundation positions Sensegen as a biosolutions fragrance leader in shaping the future of sustainable and inventive fragrance solutions.

Wet Wipes Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report 2023 - Global Forecast to 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Retail, Other Consumer, General Health, Women, Online Retail, Convenience Store, Other Retail, Discount, Variety, Men, Baby, Maternity, Supermarket, Specialty, Family, Consumer, Health, Woman, Irritant, Market, American Cleaning Institute, Male, USD, Lenzing, COVID-19, Hygiene, Dollar Shave Club, Growth, Parent, Coterie, Life, Tissue paper, Tmall, Flipkart

The "Wet Wipes Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Household Wipes, Baby Wipes, Intimate Wipes), By Material (Non-Woven, Woven), By Distribution Channel, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Wet Wipes Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Household Wipes, Baby Wipes, Intimate Wipes), By Material (Non-Woven, Woven), By Distribution Channel, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global wet wipes market size is expected to reach USD 36.56 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 3.8% from 2023 to 2030
    The rising hygiene consciousness among consumers and expenditure on personal hygiene products is anticipated to drive market growth.
  • Diverse types of wipes, including intimate, moist, flushable, feminine, and scented, have been developed during the past decade to serve a variety of purposes.
  • For instance, in May 2021, Coterie introduced baby wipes made using compostable VEOCELTM fibers from Lenzing to the U.S. market.

ACI Launches Updated Small Business Cleaning Guide

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the cleaning product supply chain, announces the launch of “Clean Means Business: A Guide for Healthy Workspaces,” a free toolkit providing updated cleaning guidance and resources for small businesses.

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  • The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the cleaning product supply chain, announces the launch of “Clean Means Business: A Guide for Healthy Workspaces,” a free toolkit providing updated cleaning guidance and resources for small businesses.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231127923154/en/
    The American Cleaning Institute announced the launch of “Clean Means Business: A Guide for Healthy Workspaces,” a free toolkit providing updated cleaning guidance and resources for small businesses.
  • ACI serves the growth and innovation of the U.S. cleaning products industry by advancing the health and quality of life of people and protecting our planet.
  • ACI achieves this through a continuous commitment to sound science and being a credible voice for the cleaning products industry.

Pamela R. Butcher Elected to Arch's Board of Directors

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arch Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ARCH) today announced that Pamela R. Butcher has been elected to its board of directors, effective as of July 21, 2023.

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  • ST. LOUIS, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arch Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ARCH) today announced that Pamela R. Butcher has been elected to its board of directors, effective as of July 21, 2023.
  • "We are excited to have Pam join the Arch Resources board," said John W. Eaves, Arch's board chair.
  • I am certain she will be an excellent fit and a great addition to the Arch team."
  • "I share John's enthusiasm in welcoming Pam and know she will be a great addition to our high-performing board," said Paul A. Lang, Arch's CEO and president.

Parents and Teens Agree: College Students Need More Know-How on How to Clean

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
Family, Retail, Consumer, Other Retail, Home Goods, Teens, Parenting, College, American Cleaning Institute, Smartphone, Detergent, Class, Parent, Communication, Quality of life, Human, Multimedia, Laundry, Person, Student, Soap, Motivation, Knowledge, Growth, Health, ACI, Book, Safety, Toy, Tutoring, Medical device

In fact, according to ACI’s 2022 survey of college students, 72% feel less than completely prepared to navigate the responsibility of cleaning on their own.

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  • In fact, according to ACI’s 2022 survey of college students, 72% feel less than completely prepared to navigate the responsibility of cleaning on their own.
  • Sixty-four percent of parents surveyed this summer expressed at least some concern that their college kids don’t know how to use cleaning products effectively.
  • The American Cleaning Institute’s Class of Clean: A College Student’s Guide to Cleaning offers resources to educate college students on proper cleaning, laundry and hygiene practices.
  • The ACI College Parents Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research ( www.wakefieldresearch.com ) among 500 US parents of college undergraduates, between June 15th and June 22nd, 2023, using an email invitation and an online survey.