The Sustainable Procurement Pledge (SPP) is a global initiative that supports procurement professionals in integrating sustainability into supply chains. It provides resources, networks, and events to promote responsible procurement practices and shape a sustainable future.
The Sustainable Procurement Pledge (SPP) is a global, inclusive community of procurement professionals dedicated to embedding sustainability in all global supply chains. Founded in 2019 by Thomas Udesen (Bayer) and Bertrand Conquéret (Henkel), the initiative is based on the understanding that procurement decisions have a significant impact on sustainability aspects.
The main mission of the SPP is to place sustainability at the heart of daily procurement decisions. The initiative is based on the following values:
The SPP has set ambitious sustainability goals:
The SPP is engaged in various current initiatives and partnerships, such as the Procure Innovation Dialogues 2024 with the First Movers Coalition of the World Economic Forum and collaboration with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)[2][4].
The Sustainable Procurement Pledge is a dynamic and growing community that makes a significant contribution to creating a more sustainable future through its collaborative efforts and commitment to sustainability.
