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What are 'green' purchases?

The EU's new rules encourage public bodies to consider environmental sustainability alongside price. This means choosing products and services that are more eco-friendly, have a lower carbon footprint, or are produced ethically. It's a move towards using public spending to drive greener practices across industries, both within the EU and potentially globally.

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