The Indiana University Purchasing Department has been encouraging and facilitating sustainable purchasing over the years. Efforts are made in the areas of papers, cleaning products, furniture, carpets, and some food items, among others. It is a step-by-step progress towards moving Indiana University towards a sustainable campus.
Sustainable procurement
Sustainable Swag Guide
Do you purchase swag to give away for recruitment, fairs, and tabling events? Use the sustainable swag guide to learn about best practices in giving away promotional items and get ideas for creative alternatives. Give meaningful items that students will actually use and value while still supporting your brand.
Collaborating across campus for responsible purchasing
Electronics procurement
Indiana University's sustainable purchasing policy requires all new electronics purchased by the university be Energy Star certified or EPEAT rated whenever possible or practical.
Read the sustainable purchasing policy
Look for these labels
The Office of Procurement Services recommends buying sustainable products with the labels and certifications included in the link below.
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Purchase from IU Surplus
Before purchasing a new item, visit IU Surplus for deep savings! IU Surplus carries computers, desks, chairs, fixtures, office supplies, and much more.
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Purchase paper with recycled content
Look for and purchase printer paper with recycled content.
Trade/share
Use IU Classifieds to buy, sell, and trade items to extend the life of existing items and avoid unnecessary new purchases.
Consider end of life
When products reach their useful end of life, learn how to dispose of them properly, whether it be reuse, recycling, or trash.