Category Archives: Green Purchasing

The Blend of Judo & Kabuki That’s Driving Sustainability at GSARea

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Laura B.

Read the full post at GreenBiz. As a crucial part of his ambitious goal to turn the federal government into a leader in green practices, President Obama has turned to an unexpected resource to help drive the effort: the government’s … Continue reading →

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Staples Expands Sustainable Earth Line with Kitchen, Paper Products

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Laura B.

Read the full post at GreenBiz. Staples Advantage, the business-to-business division of Staples Inc., has expanded its Sustainable Earth line with eco-friendly kitchen, breakroom and janitorial products, the majority of them certified for compostability or recycled content.

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WWF launches database of eco-rated paper products

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Laura B.

Via WWF. WWF [has] launched a global benchmarking tool for pulp and paper products at PaperWorld in Frankfurt, Germany. Check Your Paper is an online database to help paper buyers find products with the lowest environmental impact. The tool rates … Continue reading →

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Honda Takes Green Purchasing Guide Global

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz. Honda Motor Co. will start evaluating all of its suppliers on their environmental aspects under the newest revision of its Green Purchasing Guidelines.

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Webinar: Advanced Green Purchasing Through the Use of Trusted Ecolabels

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Laura B.

Purchasers and consumers are demanding goods and services with a lower environmental footprint, but the market is getting flooded with claims about constitutes a “green” product. This session will help participants sort through confusing claims about sustainable products. It will … Continue reading →

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EPEAT Expands to Meet Global Demand for Green IT Products

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenerComputing. Nearly 18 months after opening up the EPEAT certification to the entire world, the Green Electronics Council has appointed six organizations as certified qualifying bodies, allowing for even further expansion of the green IT … Continue reading →

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When green isn't good enough: The phosphate issue

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Laura B.

Read the full story at Mother Nature Network. In reaction to multi-state restrictions, dish detergent makers have done away with the ‘magic’ ingredient that gives dishes that spot-free sparkle: Phosphates. But not everyone is so happy about it.

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Free webinar: How to Drive Business Value from Product and REACH Compliance

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Laura B.

September 14, 2010 – 1 PM ET In a world of rapidly expanding regulations, including Europe’s REACH and RoHS, companies need an effective way to work with their supply chains to collect, track and analyze a vast amount of data. … Continue reading →

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Engaging Lifecycle of "Stuff" Lesson Plans

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Laura B.

Students are surrounded by “stuff” – from blue jeans to the latest cell phone – in their everyday lives. With Buy, Use, Toss? A Closer Look at the Things We Buy, a comprehensive unit on consumption that is aligned with standards … Continue reading →

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New Online Database: Ecolabelindex.com, Compare Green Certifications

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Laura B.

Via ResourceShelf. From a World Resources Institute Announcement: Ecolabelindex.com allows consumers and companies to compare green certifications side-by-side. As consumers and companies become increasingly aware of their environmental impact, a surge of ecolabels have flooded the marketplace. Today, hundreds of … Continue reading →

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