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Top Takeaways: Impact-Led Purchasing—Scaling Impact, Not Budgets

Purchasing budgets are, on average, 645 times larger than social impact or CSR budgets. The opportunity is clear: drive impact through the spend you’re already making. Leading with mission alone isn’t enough Mission alone doesn’t win business, and in fact can cause purchasers... Continue Reading

Submissions Now Open for the SPLC Leadership Awards Honoring Excellence in Sustainable Procurement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 8, 2026 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) has opened submissions for the 2026 SPLC Leadership Awards, recognizing organizations and individuals advancing sustainability through procurement. These prestigious awards highlight leadership,... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: Closing the Loop “One for One” Program

Since 2022, Vodafone Germany has been working with Dutch social enterprise Closing the Loop (CTL) to offer its customers an innovative circular business model called One for One. One for One means that for one new phone sold (by Vodafone), one scrap phone is responsibly recycled in countries... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: The Benefits of Green Steel Procurement in Solar

Nextpower is leading the solar industry’s transition toward low-carbon manufacturing through its proactive approach to green steel procurement. Recognizing that steel is a major contributor to its Scope 3 emissions, Nextpower has taken strategic steps to reduce the carbon footprint... Continue Reading

A Video Message from SPLC's CEO: Growing Our Community

In this video message, SPLC CEO Marc Heisterkamp reflects on the resilience of the sustainable procurement community throughout 2025 and shares an optimistic roadmap for 2026, focusing on expanding regional connections, launching a new community hub, and driving deep supply chain collaboration... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: Economic Prosperity, Equity, and Sustainability through Procurement Policies

The County of San Diego (County) is committed to building a more inclusive and resilient regional economy, especially through supporting the prosperity of small businesses, nonprofits, and community-based organizations. This is achieved through a variety of programs and services, and by leveraging... Continue Reading

2025 Recaps: Growing Our Sustainable Procurement Community (And What’s Next!)

As we step into 2026, we thank you for your commitment to sustainable purchasing during a year that demanded strategic resolve. The dedication of the SPLC community remains a powerful constant, continually driving real-world results and proving that the Power of Procurement for Good is making an... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: Sustainable Procurement at the University of Western Ontario

Western University’s Sustainable Procurement Program was launched to embed environmental, social, and ethical responsibility into every purchasing decision, aligning with the institution’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments. The program provides a framework for... Continue Reading

CNZS V2.0: Procurement’s Expanding Role in Climate Accountability

Authored by SPLC Board Vice Chair Andrew Baer, Head of Responsible Procurement, S&P Global and Kris Spriano, SPLC Vice President of Programs The second draft of the Science Based Targets initiative’s Corporate Net Zero Standard (CNZS V2.0 or Standard) marks a turning point by... Continue Reading

SPLC Unveils the 2025 Leadership Award Honorees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2025 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is proud to announce the recipients of its esteemed 2025 Leadership Awards. The annual SPLC Leadership Awards celebrate the organizations and individuals who stand out for their exceptional... Continue Reading

SPLC Announces Appointment of Five New Members to Board of Directors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) has announced the addition of five distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors, effective November 20, 2025. These new members include senior global procurement and corporate sustainability... Continue Reading

Case Study Spotlight: PAHO-GSK Collaboration for a Greener Health Supply Chain

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has integrated sustainability into its procurement practices, emphasizing “best value for money” that includes technical specifications, quality, price, and sustainability. Following the impact of COVID-19, climate change emerged as a... Continue Reading