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From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: Climate Week NYC
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From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: Climate Week NYC

Climate Week NYC has many conundrums, and in the weeks leading up to it scheduling and event curation is a big part of it. Notably, while far too few events (in my opinion) are explicitly focused on procurement, supply chain, and Scope 3, it’s easy to make the case... Continue Reading

Date posted09/4/2025


Benchmark and Elevate Your Sustainable Procurement Program with SPLC Navigator
Benchmark and Elevate Your Sustainable Procurement Program with SPLC Navigator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2025 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) has opened the 2025 reporting window for SPLC Navigator, an all-in-one digital platform designed to help organizations elevate their sustainable procurement programs. Built on a decade of refined best... Continue Reading

Date posted08/20/2025


Case Study Spotlight: Moody's Responsible Sourcing - a Journey to Emissions Reduction
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Case Study Spotlight: Moody's Responsible Sourcing - a Journey to Emissions Reduction

Climate change is a major challenge that demands action from all of us. While Moody’s has a limited direct environmental impact, we recognize the importance of modeling proactive corporate responsibility and showcasing best practices in climate change mitigation. Our commitment to achieving... Continue Reading

Date posted08/19/2025


Now Available: CHARME Year 1 Progress Report
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Now Available: CHARME Year 1 Progress Report

We’re proud to share the Year 1 Progress Report from CHARME—the Collaborative for Healthcare Action to Reduce MedTech Emissions. This milestone report showcases the initiative’s early achievements, key insights, and the collective progress of committed industry leaders working to... Continue Reading

Date posted07/29/2025


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

Date posted07/24/2025


Case Study Spotlight: FedEx's Enterprised Purchased Transportation Strategy
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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

Date posted06/24/2025


SPLC Board of Directors Issues Call for Nominations
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

Date posted06/18/2025


SPLC Announces New Board Officers, Welcomes New Board Member
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

Date posted06/13/2025


From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: Public Sector Leadership
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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

Date posted06/6/2025


Case Study Spotlight: Mastercard's Responsible Sourcing
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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

Date posted05/22/2025


CHARME Partners with Schneider Electric
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

Date posted05/9/2025


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

Date posted05/6/2025