In Belgium, the European Commission was considering several proposals related to purchases and consumerism that would support eco-friendly products, innovation and new technology. Under the proposals, local authorities within the European Union would have to make half their purchases more eco-friendly by 2010, and the number of product types subject to eco-labelling would increase from the current 26 to as many as 50 by 2015.

In New Jersey, a “Buy Green, Save Green” bill was introduced in both houses of the state Legislature. The proposal would eliminate the state’s 7 percent sales tax on purchases of Energy Star-labeled residential lighting and appliances.

To read more click here.