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Greening Government Operations

What is Greening of Government Operations?

It's an opportunity to establish government-wide priorities, accountabilities, targets, timelines and reporting requirements to assist the Government in its commitment to become a model of environmental excellence in its own operations. The Greening of Government Operations encompasses a wide range of activities including:

  • Reductions in energy resources consumption
  • Reduction in greenhouse gas and other air polluting emissions
  • Green procurement
  • Remediation of contaminated sites
  • Waste management
  • Environmental performance of vehicle fleet

For more information, visit the Office of Greening Government Operations