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Senior Manager Procurement _ Governance & Donor Funded Projects ||Certified Sustainability Professional|| Procurement Professional|| ESG Expert|| Local Content Expert || Consultant in Procurement Sustainability||

🌍 Tackling Greenwashing in Procurement Sustainability 🌍 In today's world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it's a necessity. As organizations adopt green procurement policies, it’s essential to ensure these efforts are genuine and not just a form of greenwashing. ⚠️ What is Greenwashing? Greenwashing occurs when companies or vendors overstate or falsely claim their products or practices are environmentally friendly to gain a competitive edge. This can mislead stakeholders, damage trust, and hinder real progress toward sustainability. In procurement, greenwashing can occur in several ways: 🌱 Vendors making exaggerated claims about their products' eco-friendliness. 🏢 Suppliers focusing on minimal green practices while ignoring significant sustainability issues. 📄 Contracts lacking clear KPIs to verify sustainability claims. ✅ How to Avoid Greenwashing: 1. Due Diligence: Conduct thorough supplier assessments to verify sustainability claims. 2. Clear Metrics: Set transparent and measurable sustainability criteria in contracts. 3. Education: Train procurement teams to identify greenwashing tactics. Certification: Rely on verified sustainability certifications and standards for products and suppliers. 4. Ongoing Monitoring: Continuously monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to green practices. Let's push for true sustainability and avoid the traps of greenwashing. After all, genuine efforts towards a greener planet should not just be about appearances but about real, measurable impact. 🌍🌱 #Procurement #Sustainability #Greenwashing #GreenProcurement #SustainableBusiness #SupplyChain #ProcurementExcellence

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Hailo Kibiki

Manager Sustainable Finance M&E-TACATDP at CRDB Bank Plc Tanzania

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