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U.S. Communities Green Purchasing Programis the one-stop source for public agency access to a broad line of environmentally certified products and services. From Energy Star to EcoLogo to Green Seal, U.S. Communities Green Purchasing Program has identified those items in its contracts that meet third-party environmental certification standards to help public agencies meet their responsible procurement needs.
Offering Earth-friendly products in the following categories: • Office & School Supplies • Office Furniture • Janitorial Supplies • Electrical & Data Communications • Technology Products • Office Machines • School Furniture • Turf - NEW! • Auto Parts • Maintenance, Repairs & Operating Supplies • Public Safety • Roofing • Park & Playground Equipment • Homeland Security
US Communities’ green purchasing partner, RPN is a nonprofit network of institutional purchasers dedicated to socially and environmentally responsible procurement. Visit them on the web:www.ResponsiblePurchasing.org
Certifications & Standards U.S. Communities contracts covers a wide range of green products:
Supplier Information Awards Company Environmental Practices Initiatives Green Product Listings Posted Documents Weblinks Posted Brochures Reports
Looking at New Contracts • Green Contracts • Hybrid fleets (buses, cars, etc.) • Electric Slow Vehicles • Renewable Energy • Biofuels • Renewable Energy Credits • Carbon Inventory Reporting Services • Reduced Means of Garbage Collection • Energy Efficiency Evaluations • E-Waste Recycling • Water Use Management • Pest Control
www.gogreencommunities.org • www.uscommunities.org