December 2018 - HOS Centre & Finest Cleaners

Happy New Year to the GreenEarth Family and Friends!

The GreenEarth Network of Affiliates is often and rightfully referred to as an extended family vocally proud of its status as the successful environmental leaders in this industry. While most see business as a competitive environment, the culture of GreenEarth Cleaning has always been collaborative, with the worldwide network of Affiliates continually sharing their experiences, ideas and challenges with one another and the GreenEarth Cleaning team. The ongoing support and input from so many has been a huge benefit as it helps keep the focus on providing the most successful tools and resources as they evolve, so this family is always ahead of the fragmented pack, with a skilled team behind them constantly advancing new ideas and advocating for future success through sustainability. The marketing and technical teams currently at work supporting the GreenEarth family are seen in this industry as unequaled in their skill and commitment providing what it takes to grow a business. The ongoing growth and successes of the GreenEarth family, while so many others have faded away, speaks to the overall recognition of the established value this partnership offers, not just to its members but to an expanded list including customers, employees, landlords, regulators, garment manufacturers and of course our environment. As we all look ahead, the future of GreenEarth Cleaning continues to be bright and robust. Cheers… and may this New Year 2019 continue to be joyous and prosperous for us all! The post Happy New Year to the GreenEarth Family and Friends! appeared first on GreenEarth Cleaning.

Save the Ocean Through Art

Blog / By Aaron Newport

I’m usually stuffing my face with turkey and mashed potatoes, then watching football while I lie on the couch in a food coma during Thanksgiving, but this year I had the pleasure of experiencing a bit of Portuguese culture over the extended break. And what an interesting and thought-provoking culture it is! The city of Lisbon is riddled with artists and storytellers, all sharing the tragic memories of their past and warning of future catastrophes we can all see slowly occurring right before our eyes. A cry to save the ocean was loud and clear at the Museum of Art, Architecture, & Technology (MAAT). As attendees to MAAT enter the breathtaking, futuristic building, the installation that immediately grabs their undivided attention is titled “Over Flow,” a work created by Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata. Most spectators’ initial thought is undoubtedly “Why is there a pile of garbage in the art museum?” But as those onlookers continue to gaze upon the installation, they start to recognize its intricate placement and repetitive nuances. Rounding the corner, down the ramp, beneath the net of garbage, the shadows create an underwater-like environment; sunken boats rest on the lower level, below a net of rubbish and unacceptable truth. One immediately realizes the powerful message behind the work. Kawamata worked in collaboration for over a year with a large network of local organizations and volunteers, gathering trash from around the beaches of Lisbon and assembling the piece of art square by square in a strategically thought-out pattern, to help create this awe-inspiring, truly immersive installation. “Over Flow” raises awareness to an ongoing problem, which could result in catastrophe. The only thing I could think while standing engulfed in the artist-created seascape of garbage was “We can do better; we have to do better.” I think Kawamata accomplished his mission. The post Save the Ocean Through Art appeared first on GreenEarth Cleaning.