World Environment Day 2025: Tackling Plastic Pollution with Purpose

This World Environment Day, on 5 June 2025, the global community comes together with a renewed focus: reducing plastic pollution. For us at Eaton Services Group, this is more than a theme—it’s an important reminder of the role we all play in protecting the environment through the choices we make, especially in the commercial cleaning industry.

As a provider of professional cleaning services across South East Queensland, we understand that how we clean matters—not just for the quality of the spaces we maintain, but for the health of our planet. The good news is that commercial cleaning presents a powerful opportunity to reduce plastic use at scale. The products we use, the equipment we choose, and the systems we follow all contribute to the broader movement toward sustainability.

Commercial Cleaning & the Plastic Problem

Plastic pollution is found in every corner of the world—from the ocean floor to the food chain. In fact, microplastics have now been detected in soil, drinking water, and even the human body. While plastic has been a useful material in many industries, its widespread use and disposal have led to unintended consequences for our ecosystems and our health.

As an industry that relies heavily on consumables, packaging, and chemical containers, commercial cleaning has an important part to play in reducing plastic waste. At Eaton Services Group, we take this responsibility seriously and are committed to using cleaning solutions that are safer, more sustainable, and designed to reduce plastic waste.

Sustainable Cleaning in Practice

Our environmental approach focuses on practical solutions that reduce reliance on plastic while still delivering the high standards our clients expect. These are just some of the steps we’ve taken:

• Stabilised Aqueous Ozone (SAO) - This innovative system transforms tap water into a powerful, chemical-free sanitiser.

  • Reduces the need for bottled cleaning chemicals

  • Leaves no harmful residue

  • Safer for staff, clients, and the environment

• Thoughtful Chemical Selection - By choosing products like Zoono, Oxivir, and Aerius, we’re reducing chemical toxicity and packaging waste. These solutions are proven effective while being gentler on people and the planet.

• Low-Impact Equipment - Our battery-operated machines help lower carbon emissions and eliminate the need for petrol-powered cleaning tools. They’re quieter, cleaner, and better for indoor environments.

• Reusable and Compostable Consumables (Go Green) - We supply compostable bin liners, paper products, and kitchen consumables such as coffee cups and lids—helping our clients replace single-use plastic with better alternatives.

• Microfibre Cleaning Systems - We use high-quality, reusable microfibre cloths and mop systems that require less chemical use and can be washed and reused hundreds of times, drastically reducing waste.

Why This Matters for Our Clients & Community

Choosing eco-friendly cleaning products isn’t just a corporate responsibility—it’s a practical way for organisations to contribute to environmental goals. By partnering with Eaton Services Group, our clients are supporting a commercial cleaning model that’s more aligned with the needs of our environment and communities.

These choices help:

• Reduce the amount of plastic packaging entering landfills and waterways

• Limit exposure to harsh or toxic substances for building occupants and cleaners

• Create safer, healthier indoor environments for staff, students, patients, and customers

• Encourage a broader cultural shift toward sustainability in workplaces and institutions

As awareness of plastic pollution grows, so does the demand for meaningful change. Many of our clients—across education, aged care, commercial offices, and community facilities—are looking for ways to align their operational practices with their environmental values. By integrating sustainable cleaning solutions into everyday operations, we can collectively reduce our footprint.

World Environment Day - Supporting Change, One Clean at a Time

World Environment Day reminds us that every small decision matters. The switch to a more sustainable cleaning model doesn’t need to be complicated. With the right products, equipment, and knowledge, we can create long-term benefits—not just for our clients, but for the communities we serve.

Plastic pollution is a challenge we can address—together.

Let’s keep our spaces clean in a way that also helps keep our planet healthy. If your business is interested in reducing plastic waste through your cleaning practices, reach out to our team (Ph 1800 807 057) to chat about how Eaton Services Group can support your sustainability goals.