<P> Examples include addressing the needs--whether employment, care, welfare or other--of groups including ethnic minorities, children, the elderly, those with disabilities, adults lacking basic skills, and immigrant populations . </P> <P> On a macroeconomic level, it can be argued that there are economic benefits in the form of efficiency gains from incorporating whole - life costing into decision - making . (Note: in contrast to most arguments from sustainable procurement proponents, these can be purely private benefits accrued by the procuring organization .) </P> <P> In addition, the creation of sustainable markets is essential for long - term growth while sustainable development requirements foster innovation . There are also potential global applications: sustainable procurement can favor fair trade or ethical practice, and allow extra investment to channeled towards developing countries . </P> <P> On a micro economic level, sustainable procurement offers the chance for economic redistribution . Targets might include creation of jobs and wealth in regeneration areas, or assistance for small and / or ethnic minority - owned businesses . </P>

List two aims of sustainable purchasing or procurement