Businesses face mounting pressure to transform their procurement practices due to global supply chain disruptions and stringent regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Embracing sustainable procurement practices not only helps these businesses navigate these challenges but also ensures compliance and mitigates risks.
Beyond regulatory compliance, sustainable procurement presents a strategic opportunity for organisations to bolster their competitiveness, foster innovation, and generate lasting value for stakeholders, all while advancing towards a more sustainable future.
Join us for an insightful session on how utility organisations are leading the way in sustainable procurement by aligning with the ISO 20400 sustainable procurement guidance standard, improving their internal processes, and influencing their supply chain.
Discover the strategies and best practices that can help your organisation make a positive impact on the environment and society.
By the end of this webinar, attendees will:
Target audience: This intermediate-level session is open to all sectors, with a particular focus on procurement, supply chain, and contract management professionals seeking to integrate sustainable procurement practices.
Session difficulty: This is an intermediate-level session but is open to all.
Sarah Chatfield, Sustainable Procurement Consultant, Action Sustainability
Sarah has 8 years of procurement experience across multiple industries including fashion and construction, focusing on embedding sustainable procurement into the business practices of main contractors and their suppliers.
James McGarry, Sustainable Procurement Manager, ESB Group:
James is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the Sustainable Procurement Manager at ESB, a leading Irish utility company. In this role, he is responsible for embedding sustainable procurement practices across the organisation. Previously, as the Renewables Procurement Manager for ESB in Ireland and the UK, he oversaw the procurement of all new renewable energy projects. Passionate about procurement, value chain development, and sustainability, James understands the importance of collaborating with stakeholders throughout the value chain to identify and achieve shared goals. He supports this commitment by representing ESB on the Irish Supply Chain Sustainability School leadership group.
Action Sustainability is a global leader in sustainable business and supply chain management. Our mission is to inspire sustainable business practices worldwide. We lead the multi-award-winning Supply Chain Sustainability School, helping organisations upskill their supply chains. Our expert consultants work with clients to achieve sustainability best practices, supported by our innovative Sustainability Tool, which manages and measures sustainability performance.
This session is free to attend. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from the best and elevate your sustainable procurement expertise. Join us and lead the way in sustainable procurement!
Sarah Chatfield
Consultant
sarah@actionsustainability.com
