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Green procurement is a greening priority of the federal government. The CGC follows the procurement process established by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). Recurring purchases are ordered from the standing offer as established by PWGSC. The CGC has implemented several sustainable initiatives to meet the objectives of the Policy on Green Procurement and environmental considerations have been incorporated into the procurement process. These are consistent with the overall objective of value for money in procurement while also complying with associated legislative, regulatory and policy obligations. Researching further opportunities for green procurement is an ongoing process at the CGC.

Has your department established green procurement targets?

Describe the green procurement targets that have been set by your department and indicate the associated benefits anticipated.

• Provide procurement personnel and material managers with the knowledge and awareness to apply green procurement consideration in their day-to-day work tasks through training and information sessions by 2011.
• A service agreement is in place to service CGC printers and supply cartridges. Printer cartridges used are recycled where possible.
• Copy paper purchased is 30% recycled paper.
• Printing is done on recycled paper when possible.
• IT equipment is recycled through the Computers for Schools Program when possible.
• A trade- in program is used for upgrades to certain components of CGC analytical equipment when possible.
• The majority of new electrical equipment purchased is Energy Smart.