Salt Lake City's sustainable procurement policy requires departments to prefer recycled-content, energy-efficient, and locally-sourced goods, supporting Climate Positive 2040 goals through purchasing decisions across municipal operations.
Under the city's Environmentally Preferable Purchasing policy, departments must consider lifecycle costs and environmental impact when buying goods and services above set thresholds. Preferences include EPA-certified products, ENERGY STAR equipment, recycled paper, electric fleet vehicles, and Utah-sourced food for city events. The policy is administered by the Finance Division with Sustainability Department review. Vendors competing for city contracts may need to disclose environmental certifications. The policy supports the Inland Port concerns by minimizing diesel-heavy supply chains where alternatives exist.
Departments out of compliance face procurement review by the Finance Division. There are no resident-facing penalties since this rule governs city purchasing, not private behavior.
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