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Case Study Spotlight: Catering@Penn - An Inclusive, Sustainable Solution for Catering Procurement

2023 SPLC Leadership Award Winner - Special Initiative Catering@Penn is a catering procurement platform, collaboratively built by the University of Pennsylvania to support and help drive sustainable, inclusive, smart catering decisions. Penn Procurement Services and Penn Sustainability teamed up... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: FedEx's Enterprised Purchased Transportation Strategy

In today’s business environment, change is constant. Here at FedEx, we aim to continuously improve holistic category management by delivering scalable, sustainable solutions that deliver value and transparency of purchase decisions throughout the enterprise. Also, team members are always... Continue Reading

SPLC Board of Directors Issues Call for Nominations

For Immediate Release June 18, 2025 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is actively seeking dynamic and dedicated leaders to join its Board of Directors. This pivotal opportunity offers individuals the chance to significantly impact the SPLC's mission to empower... Continue Reading

SPLC Announces New Board Officers, Welcomes New Board Member

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 2025 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC), a leading organization dedicated to advancing sustainable purchasing practices, is pleased to announce the election of its new Board officers as well as new Board member Kenyatta Lewis from MGM Resorts... Continue Reading

From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: Public Sector Leadership

The public sector has often led the way in sustainability. Unfortunately, we are witnessing or anticipating the dismantling of so many ways that the U.S. Federal Government has led over numerous decades, including certification programs such as ENERGY STAR and WaterSense, as well as the... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: Mastercard's Responsible Sourcing

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, fostering an inclusive and sustainable economy where everyone thrives. Our commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles is integral to our business strategy and essential for generating long-term value for... Continue Reading

CHARME Partners with Schneider Electric

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2025  – Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced its partnership with the Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) initiative CHARME (Collaborative for Healthcare Action to Reduce... Continue Reading

Submissions Open for the SPLC 2025 Leadership Awards Recognizing Sustainable Procurement Excellence

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 6, 2025 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is now accepting submissions for the 2025 SPLC Leadership Awards. These esteemed awards celebrate the exceptional achievements of organizations and individuals who are demonstrating outstanding dedication and... Continue Reading

SPLC and NASPO Announce New Partnership

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2025  – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) and the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) and the are pleased to announce they have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two organizations to... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: Los Angeles Electrification of Transportation

2021 SPLC Leadership Award Winner – Special InitiativeThe Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s (LADWP) plans for achieving 100% carbon-free energy by 2035 include aggressive goals for electrification of the transportation sector to support grid stability as well as reducing... Continue Reading

SPLC & NAEP: A Strategic Collaboration for Sustainable Procurement

We are excited to announce a new partnership between the Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) and the National Association of Educational Procurement. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to advancing sustainable procurement practices in higher education. Through... Continue Reading

From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: Our Unwavering Commitment to Sustainable Procurement

I’m writing to you at a moment not unlike many others of the past 3 months – there is economic uncertainty, an on-off-on nature to tariffs and global trade disputes, and the future of critical climate and equity work continues to look more challenging every day.... Continue Reading