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Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

American City & Country

Due to a lack of recycling infrastructure, many countries deal with e-waste by exporting large amounts to developing regions that lack proper waste management systems and regulations. The fate of the remaining millions of metric tons of e-waste generated annually is mostly unknown, with a large share estimated to end up in landfills.

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Government Contracts Issues for a Recession

Procurement Notes

3] The last eight recessions include the 2020 COVID-19 recession, the 2007-2009 Great Recession, the 2001 dot-com recession, the 1990-1991 savings & loan crisis recession, the 1981-1982 second double dip recession, the 1980 first double dip recession, 1973-1975 oil crisis recession, and the 1969-1970 guns and butter recession. [4]