Procure Products
in the Green Procurement CompilationLearn & Plan Topics
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Energy & Atmosphere
Buildings and facilities rely on the operation of mechanical systems and electrical systems to maintain a high level of indoor environmenta...
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Sustainable Sites
Choosing a building's site and managing that site during construction are important to ensure a project’s sustainability. Environmentally r...
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Materials, Furniture, and Furnishings Replacement
Daily wear and tear means that materials, furniture and furnishings require periodic replacement.
Green Products
Scope 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Direct greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the generation of electricity, heat, or steam purchased by a Federal agency.
Sustainability.gov | Federal Greenhouse Gas Accounting and Reporting Guidance
Whole Building Systems
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Submetering - Impact on Emissions
Energy efficiency projects, resource management strategies, and energy benchmarking all have two things in common. 1. well-executed programs help t...
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Planted Roof - Air Cleansing
Planted roofs contribute to improved air quality by capturing greenhouse gases, particulates, pollens, and molds. The vegetation on a planted roof c...
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Submetering - Resource Use
Submetering by itself does not reduce resource use, greenhouse gases, or costs. In fact, installing and monitoring submetering technologies will req...
Materials
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Gas Burner
Natural gas is often used in cook-top equipment similar to a residential range. Electric burners can be used in lieu of gas. Coo... -
Grill and Griddle
A grill and griddle uses heat elements under a metal surface to cook food. The heat elements can be powered by natural gas or el... -
Systems Furniture
Systems furniture is frequently used in open office areas because of its flexibility in being reconfigured and rearranged. It is generally comprised...