Purchasing more sustainable products and services can support a variety of agency values and goals – from fiscal responsibility to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.  The specific benefits your agency will realize from implementing sustainable purchasing practices will depend on the commodities and services you prioritize and the approach you take.  The following are just some examples of typical benefits associated sustainable purchasing.  Commodity and service specific benefits can be found in the applicable

The following organizations can be great resources for learning what other agencies have done on sustainable purchasing and for potentially collaborating on future opportunities.  While there are numerous organizations and/or public agencies implementing sustainable purchasing practices, the list below highlights those with resources on their websites – such as case studies, etc.

Public Agencies with Online Sustainable Purchasing Resources

"Buying green" means taking into account the environmental and health impacts of the products and services you choose. Whether you're making an everyday purchase like paper towels or a special "big" buy like a TV, sofa, bicycle or car, buying green can do a world of good. 

For a list of resources that can help you make better buying decisions, please visit our Green Purchasing Web Links page.