Altering product dimensions can compensate for the higher cost of recycled content. Reciprocal purchasing agreements to buy recycled-content products from manufacturers that buy recyclable materials from your recycling collection program also can reduce product prices. Set goals and evaluate progress. The first step is to determine what recycled content products you already purchase, then identify other opportunities for buying recycled. Set goals that are time-based and specific.
Quantifiable goals allow progress to be tracked.
Goals should motivate progress and create accountability. Goals that are too high or too low will be ineffective. Work with vendors. A persistent message over time will show suppliers your commitment and hopefully lead to better availability. Provide reasonable time frames for responding to solicitations and delivering products.