In today’s environmentally conscious world, businesses are under increasing pressure to implement sustainable practices—and the restroom is a great place to start. While often overlooked, restrooms can be a significant source of waste and water consumption. The good news? With the right strategies, businesses can reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing cleanliness or customer satisfaction.

At Fresh Products, we specialize in urinal screens and air fresheners designed with both performance and sustainability in mind. Here are some eco-friendly restroom practices every business can adopt to go green and stay fresh.

1. Switch to Sustainable Urinal Screens

Traditional urinal screens are often made of non-recyclable plastics that end up in landfills. Look for eco-friendly alternatives made with recyclable materials, biodegradable components, or those that use less plastic overall. Better yet, choose screens with longer lifespans to reduce how often they need replacing.

Pro tip: Our urinal screens, such as the Wave 3D and Tsunami, last up to 30 and 60 days respectively, and are made with recyclable material—helping you stay clean and green.

2. Choose Refillable or Recyclable Air Freshener Systems

Air fresheners are essential for a pleasant restroom experience, but aerosol sprays and single-use plastic cartridges generate unnecessary waste. Opt for refillable systems or products with recyclable refills, such as ourfresh 2.0 and ourfreshe, to minimize your impact. Bonus points if they use eco-conscious fragrances or low-VOC (volatile organic compound) formulas.

3. Encourage Smart Water Usage

Install water-saving fixtures like low-flow toilets, urinals, and automatic faucets. Waterless urinals are another great option, especially when paired with compatible urinal screens that reduce odors and improve hygiene. Small upgrades can result in significant savings—both in water usage and utility bills.

4. Use Recycled and Dispensable Paper Products

Stock restrooms with toilet paper and paper towels made from recycled content. Better yet, install high-efficiency hand dryers to eliminate paper waste entirely. If you must use paper, choose dispensers that minimize excess use and help control inventory.

5. Invest in Smart Inventory Management

Overstocking or understocking supplies can lead to unnecessary waste. Use restroom monitoring systems or schedule regular checks to track supply levels and usage trends. This helps reduce product waste and ensures everything runs smoothly.

6. Educate Staff and Visitors

Place signage encouraging sustainable habits like proper hand drying, water conservation, and responsible disposal of products. Empower cleaning staff with training and tools to maintain hygiene standards while using eco-friendly products and methods.

Going Green Starts in the Restroom

Sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive. Small changes, like switching to eco-friendly urinal screens and air fresheners, can have a big impact over time. By adopting greener practices in the restroom, businesses show their commitment to the planet while enhancing the experience for customers and staff.

At Fresh Products, we’re proud to support sustainability with a full line of environmentally responsible restroom solutions. Want to learn more? Contact us today to find out how we can help your business reduce waste and go green.