Office Purchasing

5 things you can do to Green Your Office Purchasing

Thousands of tons of paper, millions of computers, printers, desks, workstations, and countless paperclips and pencils. These and many more office products are consumed by US businesses every year.

Want to set your office apart by becoming a green buying machine? Check out these top five tips:

  1. Draft an environmental purchasing policy

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    Want to green everything in your office from the copy paper and computers right down to the desks and pens? Find out how to create your company's own environmental purchasing policy.

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  2. Request environmental performance information from suppliers

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    Putting in the time to green your office is commendable as long as the products you’re outfitting it with are as earth-friendly as they say they are. Get the eco-facts from your suppliers.

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  3. Choose recycled office paper supplies

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    With more selection than ever before, there's no excuse not to purchase recycled paper products for your company.

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  4. Choose ENERGY STAR products

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    Available for copiers, printers, computers, monitors, and much more, the ENERGY STAR label ensures you'll save electricity when your electronics are on, and when they're idle.

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  5. Choose desks made from renewable or recycled materials

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    Bamboo makes a great work surface, as does reclaimed or FSC-certified wood. Other options? Desks made with recycled plastic and steel.

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