Episode 6: Blueprints of Sustainable Procurement: Your Guide to a Greener Supply Chain
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Welcome to Episode 6 of the SDG in Action Podcast, hosted by Megan Grace Halferty, Sustainability Coordinator of UN Global Compact Network Canada. This episode features Jane Zhang, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of ETCH Sourcing, and Nazifa Rahman, Operations and Sustainability Specialist at ETCH Sourcing. Together, we dive into the role of sustainable procurement in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically Goal 12: Responsible Consumption And Production and Goal 17: Partnerships For The Goals.
In a world facing geopolitical conflicts, environmental crises, and elevated regulatory demands, sustainable procurement is the next generation of the procurement industry. It represents an industry evolution toward reducing environmental footprints and upholding ethical labour standards. Jane Zhang and Nazifa Rahman introduce how ETCH Sourcing helps companies set sustainability goals and translate them into measurable procurement actions. They also share insights on navigating the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act and leveraging strategic partnerships for greater impact. This episode is packed with valuable knowledge, from the use cases of generative AI to ETCH Sourcing’s open-source Sustainable Procurement Database, a treasure trove of actionable blueprints and free resources to make your supply chain more sustainable. Tune in and get inspired to advance your responsible procurement journey!
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