USPS recognizes that improved environmental performance and responsibility are important to the long-term health and competitiveness of our business, and that sustainable purchasing has the potential to reduce both environmental and financial costs in our operations and network. We incorporate sustainable practices and improve environmental responsibility in our own operations.
We also encourage suppliers to improve their environmental and sustainability practices in the performance of their contracts with us by providing environmentally preferable products when practicable and cost-effective. When appropriate, USPS will collaborate with suppliers to identify opportunities that may improve the environmental and sustainability aspects of the goods those suppliers provide to us.
