Greening the Chain: Navigating Towards Sustainable Supply Chains
Supply chain sustainability involves incorporating environmentally and socially responsible practices throughout the supply chain, starting from the procurement of raw materials and extending to the delivery of final products. The objective is to ensure that the entire supply chain operates in an ethical and sustainable manner while minimising any adverse effects on the environment and society.
With consumers becoming more aware of the environmental and social impacts of the products they purchase, companies are starting to realize the significance of supply chain sustainability. By incorporating sustainable practices throughout the supply chain, companies can not only differentiate themselves but also build a positive brand reputation and gain a competitive edge. In essence, supply chain sustainability is not only beneficial for the environment and society, but it also makes good business sense.
Given the growing significance of supply chain sustainability, it is imperative to remain informed of the latest trends and advancements in this field. Therefore, let us examine some of the recent sustainable supply chain news.
Our latest article discusses the role of Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) in navigating the current economic uncertainties and government policies related to sustainability.
Steve Varley , the Global Vice Chair - Sustainability at 安永 , highlights three key issues that CSOs must address.
"There are plenty of synergies at play here, and opportunities for governments and companies alike to make this a win for people, profits, and the planet."
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A survey conducted by the? Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) , the? Global Maritime Forum , and the? M?rsk Mc-Kinney M?ller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping , with analysis by? 麦肯锡 on the shipping industry's transition to lower-carbon fuels reveals that one-third of participants are uncertain about the type of fuel that their ships will utilise in the coming decades.
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Sustainability is a full company endeavour. Without direction and buy-in from senior leadership, often Sustainability efforts are dead in the water. This can be particularly true within Supply Chains, where the lowest cost is often the main consideration when it comes to which suppliers earn those valuable contracts.
Sustainability LIVE New York sits down with, Sheri R. Hinish , Principal, Global Sustainability Innovation + Ecosystem Leader at 安永 , Joanna Gluzman , Chief Sustainability Officer at PZ Cussons and James Butcher , CEO at Supply Pilot . to discuss how you can engage your senior leaders in sustainability efforts and why sustainability in the supply chain is so important.
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Panasonic TOUGHBOOK ?has been prioritising the most challenging sustainability aspects within the technology industry as part of its corporate "GREEN IMPACT" strategy.?
The strategy was introduced as part of the company’s plans to extend the lifespan of its products and reduce the impact of production and consumption.
Daichi Kato , Head of Mobile Solutions Division at Panasonic Connect Europe expresses that there are no “quick fixes” when it comes to sustainability, however, Panasonic puts ESG initiatives “at the heart” of everything it does.?
Kato adds: “This starts with our global commitments to net zero and extends through the entire circularity of our products with the commitment to improving the environment we live in. I’m sure that our customers will embrace programmes like TOUGHBOOK Revive to help create a more sustainable future with us.”
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Inspectorio 's Katrina Duck shares the difficulty of addressing modern slavery and stresses the importance of transparency in supply chains
“Modern slavery thrives in challenging social backgrounds, poverty, and poorly regulated markets. There is also a strict correlation between slavery and migratory flows caused by climate change or geopolitical and economic crises. It's terrible yet intuitive: the farther people are from their social safety nets, the more vulnerable and desperate they become, making them more likely to trust anyone who offers a way out.”
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Arnaud DOURLENS , Head of Clinical Supply Chain Operations at Sanofi , shares insights on developing a robust supply chain and optimizing clinical trials.
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