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Case Study Spotlight: The Marketing Benefits of Sustainable Procurement

There are at least 18 competitors in the to-the-door parcel delivery sector in Canada. Canada Post has the best sustainability credentials, and has started to use sustainability as a branding differentiator. Canada Post is the only Canadian parcel company with a Gold rating from EcoVadis; the only... Continue Reading

Your Biggest Emissions Problem Is Hiding in Your Supply Chain

Most organizations have spent years focused on reducing what they can see: the energy their buildings consume, the fuel their vehicles burn, the emissions their operations produce directly. And while that work matters, it may be addressing only a fraction of the picture. Here's the uncomfortable... Continue Reading

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

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

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

A Message from SPLC's CEO: The Power of Community

SPLC’s origins go back to early leaders in procurement who saw the tremendous opportunity to influence and change markets through the power of procurement and supply chain innovation. For over a decade we have built a strong community of leaders who navigate the challenging yet critical... Continue Reading