Agency Specific Procurement

Recycling Checklist

Consider recycling during both initial procurement and final disposal. Continue reading: Recycling Checklist

DOE GreenSpace Award

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) GreenSpace Award focuses on greening an entire space by addressing the purchase of more sustainable equipment, materials, and products in that space. Sustainable equipment, materials, and products are identified in the DOE Priority Products List. Continue reading: DOE GreenSpace Award

Did You Know?

40% of U.S. architects, engineers, contractors, building owners and building consultants report that the majority of building work was green in 2012. It is expected that 53% of these U.S. firms will be engaged in mostly green building work by 2015. 44% of all nonresidential building project starts were green in 2012 as well, up from 2% in 2005. Green buildings hold strong appeal for both commercial and institutional (including government) owners.

Source: McGraw Hill Construction (2013). 2013 World Green Building Trends SmartMarket Report non government site opens in new window .

Case Study

The Workplace Environment as a Catalyst for Social Change

We know workplace design can influence functional behaviors, but can it be a catalyst for social change? Can organizations use the environment to improve the sense of community, increase morale, reduce stress, and develop cross group relationships?

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