Choose Green Report: Carpet

December 2001

Have you ever thought about how carpet is made? Do you know how the carpet in your office affects indoor air quality? These are the questions procurement managers should be asking when choosing carpet, according to this Green Seal report. It starts with a thorough overview of the carpet industry — discussing materials used, production processes, and pollution issues — and highlights the work of industry leaders who have pioneered the use of environmentally preferable materials and processes. Learn how to answer the question “How green is my carpet?” based on a carpet’s fibers, toxics content, dye, VOC emissions, and recycled content. Includes a checklist for choosing carpet and a list of recommended manufacturers.