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Environmental Safety

When you’re a parent, environmental concerns suddenly take on new meaning. You want to keep your family safe and your environment healthy for so many reasons. Get the answers you need to feel confident that the products you purchase will live up to their eco-claims and that you’re making smart choices for your family.

UL and The Environment: Earth Day and Beyond

Since 1894, UL has been the leader in writing safety standards. Now, with the focus on environmental concerns, UL recognizes the need for and is developing new, relevant and reliable standards for environmental sustainability.

UL Environment has begun to test and certify eco-friendly products, processes and materials to environmental standards. So, just as the UL Mark stands for product safety, the Sustainable Product Certification Mark stands for the measure of a product’s sustainability.

To help ensure that environmental claims are valid, UL Environment also tests and validates eco-claims such as recycled content, energy efficiency and water efficiency so you can feel confident about your green product choices.

10 Easy Ways to Go Green

Clean Green
Make your own non-toxic, affordable cleaning supplies out everyday items such as vinegar and baking soda.

Know Your CO
Carbon Monoxide alarms should be installed near all sleeping areas, on each level of the house and 15-20 feet from the furnace.
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