Join the Green Office Program
Receive guidance and earn recognition for green purchasing.
American University's environmental impact extends beyond the borders of our campus through the products we choose to purchase. Responsible purchasing helps reduce emissions, keep waste out of landfills, and can support local communities. Selecting products made from renewable resources or materials that are reusable, recyclable, or compostable helps reduce environmental impacts. Selecting vendors that are local, small, or women-owned and minority-owned businesses also contributes to expanding sustainable purchasing. The Office of Procurement and Contracts helps offices navigate the preferred vendor list to find vendors that meet sustainable standards.
Consider the following to decrease the environmental impact from purchases made for your office:
As an institution, we have taken several steps to decrease the environmental impact from procurement:
Receive guidance and earn recognition for green purchasing.