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Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP)

Making environmentally responsible purchases is a smart way to help out the environment. The environmental impacts of products such as food, automotive supplies, appliances, and paper vary depending on a number of factors, and knowing the differences between products is the first step towards making the best choice for the environment and your home. Examine the packaging of the products you buy. Look for products that do not contain hazardous substances and have minimal packaging. Use the following links to find the best products for you.

To find out where a lot of the things we buy come from and alternatives or strategies to reduce the impact of our purchase go to:
www.worldwatch.org/pubs/goodstuff/

Cleaning Chemicals:

Inform
www.informinc.org
Cleaning for Home Health [PDF]

GreenSeal- non-profit organization providing standards and recommendations for some products and services.
www.greenseal.org

Online Stores and Information on Common Household Products

Environmental Home Center
www.environmentalhomecenter.com

The Green Marketplace
www.gaiam.com/greenmarket/

Green Home
www.greenhome.com/

 

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