1. Molly Ray Environmental Solutions Manager WHY BUY GREEN?

2. PHASE 3 DELIVER & EXECUTE Cost Savings - Lean & Green Ex: Efficiencies of Energy, Water Waste Reduction – Waste is Money Ex: Composting, Recycling, Donation Employee Motivation – Pride of Mission Ex: Increased recruitment, retention & job satisfaction Community Engagement – Parallel Values Ex: Sharing green mission and resources that support community goals Competitive Advantage – Ahead of Curve Ex: Green Purchasing Awards, National & Regional Recognition First: Why Go Green?

3. PHASE 3 DELIVER & EXECUTE Green Supply Chain - Areas to Consider Materials – What is this made of? Transportation/Distribution – How do I get it? How often? Life Cycle – How Long Will It Last? Take-Back Programs – Can it be recycled/reused? Accountability – How can I track progress of my green purchases?

6. Thank you and CONGRATULATIONS!!: State of Washington 2012 Greener Purchasing National Award Recipient