SF launches database of preferred eco-friendly products

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SF launches database of preferred eco-friendly products

SF launches database of preferred eco-friendly products

Written by CEIL Staff

Tuesday, 17 August 2010 09:45

Source: GreenBiz.com

San Francisco's Department of the Environment has finished on online catalog of products and services that meet the standards in the city's preferred purchasing program. Read more....