ART - Economy Meets Ecology, Then and Now 2009

This document is an essay titled "Economy Meets Ecology, Then and Now" by Eileen Miller, the winner of the 2009 ethics essay contest. The essay reflects on the author's childhood memories of Mount Hood in the Pacific Northwest and how the air quality and visibility have changed over the years. The author describes her mother's frugal and sustainable practices, such as reusing and recycling, and contrasts them with the current consumer culture of disposable goods and waste. The essay emphasizes the importance of government procurement professionals in promoting eco-friendly practices and incorporating sustainability into their procurement processes. The author expresses her commitment to making a difference and contributing to a more sustainable world within the framework of her career in public procurement. The author, Eileen Miller, is a management analyst at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. Her email address is mile@chemeketa.edu.