Public spending is an immense responsibility. But it also presents an unparalleled opportunity to promote responsible purchasing, showcase accountability and reduce costs.
Public spending represents as much as 14 percent of the GDP in the European Union. This level of expenditure presents a great opportunity for cities, states and agencies: Through their procurement practices, they can deliver a major impact on sustainability performance across the world, helping drive innovation and accelerating the transition toward a green economy.
Check out our handbook, which synthesizes our experience with the world’s largest organizations to illustrate how sustainable procurement principles can be incorporated into the public sector.
Contributed by David Mcclintock
