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ART - Greening for Professional Services 2011

  • YEAR CREATED: 2011
  • ENTITY TYPE: Private
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: ART - Article, Paper, Review, Survey, Report
The document discusses the importance of implementing environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) policies for professional services in addition to commodities. It highlights the lack of ecolabels and standards for professional services and suggests ways to incorporate green practices into service contracts. The document mentions the development of a sustainability standard for service sector organizations, which is being developed by a certification organization with input from various stakeholders. It provides examples of how to "green" different types of professional service deliverables, such as design specifications, meeting coordination, reports, health care services, custom software development, and travel. Overall, the document emphasizes the need for public agencies to consider the environmental and human health impacts of professional services and provides resources for implementing EPP specifications.
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