Procurement & Waste

Procurement & Waste Overview

The University of Hawai‘i is committed to reducing its environmental impact through sustainable purchasing practices. UH’s Green Purchasing Guidelines ensure that sustainability criteria are integrated into the procurement of supplies, equipment, and building materials across all campuses. By prioritizing eco-friendly products and services, Â鶹´«Ã½reduces waste, conserves resources, and supports a circular economy, while encouraging vendors to adopt environmentally responsible practices.

 Our Goals for Sustainable Purchasing

  1. Implement Green Purchasing Guidelines for supplies, equipment, and building materials.
  2. Integrate sustainability criteria into vendor selection and procurement processes.
  3. Prioritize eco-friendly products and services, including energy-efficient electronics and recycled materials.
  4. Reduce waste and conserve natural resources through responsible purchasing.
  5. Promote a circular economy by supporting sustainable vendors and practices.
  6. Align purchasing practices with the university’s broader sustainability goals.

Data Coming Soon

We’re actively gathering data and developing metrics for this area of sustainability. Updates will be included in a future Annual Report as information becomes available.

View our Progress

Why Sustainability Matters

Economic Impact

Â鶹´«Ã½ faces some of the highest energy rates in the United States due to its dependence on imported fossil fuel sources.

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Environmental Stewardship

Â鶹´«Ã½’s unique ecosystem is one of a kind. Ensuring the health of our habitats and natural resources helps ensure our survival.

 

Hawaiʻi's Resilience

Support growth in the local economy through increased production to help insulate us from dependency on imports.