How are companies reporting emissions in the supply chain?
Some companies are asking suppliers to report emissions data directly to them, whereas others are using third-party reporting programs. In 2008, 34 multinational corporations asked suppliers to report their GHG emissions inventories through the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP’s) Supply Chain Program. 2
How does the government manage the supply chain?
The government is taking the first steps toward engaging key suppliers within its massive supply base by encouraging them to measure and report their GHG emissions, with the view of incorporating emissions management performance into its future procurement decisions.
Why is it important to reduce GHGs in supply chain?
Proactively reducing GHG emissions throughout the supply chain can also reduce corporate risk of a negative brand image and increased costs if suppliers are unprepared to comply with federal or state regulations.
When did Procter and Gamble start collecting emissions data?
The same year, Procter & Gamble publicly announced the launch of its own questionnaires for collecting emissions data from suppliers. The federal government is stepping up as well, as it responds to Executive Order 13514—Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance—issued by President Obama in October 2009.
Some companies are asking suppliers to report emissions data directly to them, whereas others are using third-party reporting programs. In 2008, 34 multinational corporations asked suppliers to report their GHG emissions inventories through the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP’s) Supply Chain Program. 2
The government is taking the first steps toward engaging key suppliers within its massive supply base by encouraging them to measure and report their GHG emissions, with the view of incorporating emissions management performance into its future procurement decisions.
Proactively reducing GHG emissions throughout the supply chain can also reduce corporate risk of a negative brand image and increased costs if suppliers are unprepared to comply with federal or state regulations.
The same year, Procter & Gamble publicly announced the launch of its own questionnaires for collecting emissions data from suppliers. The federal government is stepping up as well, as it responds to Executive Order 13514—Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance—issued by President Obama in October 2009.