Building a Green Supply Chain- for a "Sustainable Future"!!

Sustainability in the supply chain!

The sustainability of firms' supply chains is becoming an increasingly prevalent topic of discussion among business leaders. This is mostly the result of recently enacted and expanding legislation concerning the sustainability of supply chains, as well as an increasing demand from customers that the items they buy be produced in a sustainable manner.

A sustainable supply chain protects people and habitats by using environmentally and socially sustainable practices throughout. An organization meets environmental and social criteria for its own and its suppliers' operations. 

Environmental standards cover degradation, deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, pollution, and water security. Working conditions, forced labor, fair employment practices, and safety are social standards.

Sustainability is frequently understood to mean "environmentally sustainable" or "good for the planet." Businesses and individuals use this word without addressing social sustainability. An environmentally friendly product that harms employees or communities is not sustainable.

Sustainable vs. ethical, responsible, and green supply chains

Green supply chain-This focuses on supply chain sustainability. These include pollution, water use, greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and other environmental repercussions for a business and its suppliers. Green supply chains may not consider corporate ethics and social implications.

Ethical supply chain-Some people use "ethical supply chain" interchangeably with "sustainable" or "responsible". This concept emphasizes supply chain social and working conditions.

Responsible supply chain- This word usually refers to a holistic supply chain management method in which companies ethically, environmentally, and socially acquire and procure goods and services.

News and Developments around the world-

McKinsey & Company Report: Scale Up Materials Supply Chain for Net-Zero Transition

According to McKinsey & Company, materials demand renewable energy technologies will rise, requiring altering demand patterns, amplifying breakthrough technologies, and scaling-up supply policies.

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Exploring the sustainable future of e-commerce logistics- The Maersk Story

Supply chains emit 60% of the world's carbon. E-commerce merchants should start there to minimize their influence. Whether regulatory, political, brand, stakeholder, or consumer-driven, e-commerce enterprises are under pressure to improve supply chain sustainability. The stakes are high.

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Emitwise, Sedex Partner on Sustainability Supply Chain Sustainability Data

Emitwise, a carbon management company, and Sedex, a sustainability data provider, are tackling supply chain data issues including Scope 3 emissions.

Supply chain sustainability is the companies' goal. Scope 3 emissions, which are indirect and harder to monitor, will be addressed by the partnership. 

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How Technology Is Changing The Packaging And Labelling Industry?

Brands and governments fight multi-trillion-dollar counterfeiting. QR Codes are one of the most cost-effective and efficient ways to fight the grey market.

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Pharma supply chains move from global to local

The length of supply chains for pharmaceuticals is getting shorter as a result of increased pressure to make them more resilient in the face of growing global unpredictability and volatility.

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Ocean Shipping Taking a Slow Approach to Reducing Emissions

IMO member states have decided to accelerate their target of net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. However, the IMO faces a "divide in the sector" between governments seeking strong standards and those unwilling to transition away from fossil fuels faster.

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Innovations around the world- Solving for the sustainable supply chain-

5 leaders on how Latin America is driving sustainability across its value chains

Global Value Chains (GVCs) have been one of the primary driving forces behind the global economy over the past few decades. They have enabled regions such as Latin America to participate in worldwide production and supply chains, providing new opportunities for growth, job creation and development.

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Four ways companies can create a more sustainable supply chain

After two years of global supply chain disruptions, manufacturers are rethinking the impact on consumers and the world. How can companies reduce carbon emissions and plastic waste while streamlining their supply chains?

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How the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act will help create a sustainable rare earth supply chain

Europe is at the forefront of the movement to secure a sustainable rare earth supply chain. Through their Raw Materials Initiative, the European Commission has enacted sweeping initiatives that are designed to minimize environmental damage, encourage innovation, and ensure global access to essential raw materials.

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Who should join us?

•  Chief decision maker for corporate sustainability in the organization, across all sizes, sectors, regions, within the private sector, public sector, not-for-profit organizations, arts, and education institutions.
• In the case of a holding company, the chief decision maker for corporate sustainability for the holding company and subsidiaries will be eligible.
• Functional or departmental heads across all the business lines commit to contributing toward sustainability.
• Entrepreneurs from innovating businesses working toward sustainability.
• Climate technology incubators and accelerators can be a part of this ecosystem to take leverage from the wide network.
• Inclusive of all age groups, sectors, and countries.
• Demonstration of high relevance to corporate sustainability, strong impact track record, credible vision for the future, and evidence of collaboration.

 What does our peer community network do?

 Ø  Knowledge Sharing

•  It is one of the largest communities of sustainability & climate professionals and entrepreneurs around the world, working to create a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
•  It is aimed to support a wide spectrum of experts from the world's largest firms in driving change throughout their organizations.
•  These professionals work on climate and sustainability, circularity, transportation, renewables, etc. Our carefully designed experiences broaden our members' relationships and help them build the skills to achieve ever-more ambitious goals.

 Ø  Matchmaking

•  Community members share their business requirements such as acquiring sustainable raw materials or getting a relevant customer or a relevant business partner.
• The network connects and supports impact investors reaching out to innovative projects and SMEs and vice versa.
•  Enables large organizations to tap into various suppliers and support partners.

 Ø  Collaboration

•  The network has a sense of belonging and focuses on creating a sustainable, circular future through proper collaborations to boost business growth.
• Leveraging know-how on next-generation technologies, future design and manufacturing processes, and emerging creative sustainable business models.

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