Sustainability
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GSA IT receives award for excellence in sustainable procurement of IT products
For the seventh year in a row, GSA IT won a national award recognizing organizations that buy and sell sustainable and environmentally friendly electronic products.The Global Electronics Council gives -
The buzz around bees: Looking back, and ahead, to the health of pollinators at GSA
Federal buildings are a hive of activity. And it’s not just on the inside.GSA is helping pollinators – mostly bees and butterflies – find a good home. That can mean on the ground or on the roof, where -
GSA makes electrifying move at Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in the nation’s capital is a palace among federal buildings. It holds more than 3 million square feet of office space – making it second only -
GSA's Acquisition Policy Advisory Committee presents first recommendations
A diversity of experts and industry leaders shared their insights and expertise about the direction of acquisition policies and practices recently with the General Services Administration's (GSA) Acqu -
Unsung (until now) hero shows public servant’s passion for sustainable procurement
Government acquisition and procurement is like a hive, with public servants combing through mounds of information on several websites to find goods and services that deliver quality while saving taxpa -
The ROI for green roofs provides more than a pretty view
Green roofs seem futuristic, like gardens and oases spread out over building tops that before were shimmering with heat. A federal agency like the U.S. General Services Administration might seem like... -
Power up: Climate, tourists and even forest animals benefit from GSA Fleet
Electric vehicles procured through the GSA Fleet Program are getting a warm welcome—even when they’re keeping people cool. GSA oversees one of the largest fleets in the world, providing more than 227,... -
Ten Ways GSA is Making Progress Towards Sustainability Goals
In 2022, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) took major strides toward helping the federal government lead by example and leverage its buying power and building footprint to combat climate... -
Ready, Set, STED: Speeding Up Sustainable Acquisition
Imagine if a federal agency could more easily find and buy products that are cheaper and better for the environment. That’s exactly what’s happening through a collaboration between GSA and the Departm... -
Going Green: Sustainability and Climate Updates from GSA
Addressing climate change is a triple win for America. For the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), tackling climate change means: Creating clean-energy jobs;Saving taxpayer money by reducing e...