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Prioritising Sustainable Procurement
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Prioritising Sustainable Procurement

Written by Katie Saha, Senior Manager of Learning and Partner Engagement and Kris Spriano, Vice President of Programs and Development, SPLC Igniting positive change across business and beyond, sustainable procurement has become a critical initiative for forward-thinking organisations.... Continue Reading

Date posted03/1/2025


Case Study Spotlight: Indoor Air Quality Matters (HP)
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Case Study Spotlight: Indoor Air Quality Matters (HP)

2023 SPLC Leadership Award Winner – Supplier LeadershipBusinesses should be concerned about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) for the health and comfort of their employees. Eco-labels like the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) can help purchasers make informed decisions with... Continue Reading

Date posted02/19/2025


Case Study Spotlight: Dallas College's Journey to Sustainable Procurement Efforts
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Case Study Spotlight: Dallas College's Journey to Sustainable Procurement Efforts

2023 SPLC Leadership Award Winner – Overall ProgramDallas College purchases hundreds of millions of dollars of products and services to meet its mission to transform lives and communities through higher education. The vision of the College is to ensure that Dallas County is vibrant, growing... Continue Reading

Date posted01/21/2025


Reuters Events: Net Zero USA 2025: Addressing the Defining Business Challenge of Our Time
Reuters Events: Net Zero USA 2025: Addressing the Defining Business Challenge of Our Time

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2025 - Businesses across North America are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities as the transition to a low-carbon economy accelerates. To address the urgent need for decarbonization, Reuters Events will host Net Zero USA on May 6-7 in San Diego,... Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2025


From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: U.S. Election Results
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From the Desk of CEO Marc Heisterkamp: U.S. Election Results

This week’s U.S. election results prove challenging to continued progress in areas SPLC has prioritized in our decade of catalyzing the sustainable procurement movement. This includes real concerns about the future of climate change mitigation, decarbonization, supplier diversity, human... Continue Reading

Date posted11/8/2024


SPLC Launches Virtual Learning Hub, Empowering Broader Adoption of Sustainable Procurement Practices
SPLC Launches Virtual Learning Hub, Empowering Broader Adoption of Sustainable Procurement Practices

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 2024 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is proud to announce the public launch of the SPLC Learning Hub, now available to both SPLC members and non-members. This library of video-on-demand courses is designed to help individuals and... Continue Reading

Date posted11/4/2024


SPLC wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards
SPLC wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards

Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards 2024 "It’s absolutely amazing to win this award. Amazing. There are many people involved in sustainable procurement integrating sustainability into purchasing in... Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2024


SPLC and CDP Announce Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) Coaching Course
SPLC and CDP Announce Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) Coaching Course

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2024 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is proud to partner with CDP to present the Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) course, a virtual training and coaching program designed to empower procurement professionals worldwide with the... Continue Reading

Date posted07/24/2024


SPLC Welcomes Marc Heisterkamp as New Chief Executive Officer
SPLC Welcomes Marc Heisterkamp as New Chief Executive Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) Board of Directors is excited to announce Marc Heisterkamp as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 16. He will be succeeding Kris Spriano, who has served as interim CEO... Continue Reading

Date posted07/11/2024


Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Submission Deadline Extension for SPLC Navigator
Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Submission Deadline Extension for SPLC Navigator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is pleased to announce that the deadline for submissions for the SPLC Navigator has been extended to September 27, 2024. This extension provides organizations additional time to complete their... Continue Reading

Date posted07/3/2024


Essential Support Mechanisms to Develop Female Leaders in Sustainable Procurement
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Essential Support Mechanisms to Develop Female Leaders in Sustainable Procurement

Written by Katie Saha, Senior Manager of Learning and Partner Engagement, SPLC A common conversation in many organisations is addressing the global gender gaps, especially when taking a stance on advocating for women in the workplace. Although the rate of progression has improved year over... Continue Reading

Date posted07/3/2024


SPLC Honors Sustainable Procurement Excellence with 2024 Leadership Awards
SPLC Honors Sustainable Procurement Excellence with 2024 Leadership Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is pleased to announce that submissions are now being accepted for the 2024 SPLC Leadership Awards. These prestigious awards recognize purchasers and suppliers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment... Continue Reading

Date posted05/13/2024