Sustainable procurement is fast becoming a big issue for business, but what does it really mean? Could it reduce costs and make a difference to your performance? From stationery to machinery, every organisation procures goods and services and sustainable procurement is a topic that is relevant to all sectors and business types.

This seminar will look at the business benefits of making more informed and sustainable choices when buying and how sustainable procurement can contribute to the environmental performance of your business.

What will I get out of attending?

• A better understanding of what sustainable procurement it and how it can benefit your business.
• Signposting to the tools available to help, including the new Green Product and Service Guide for Yorkshire and the Humber.
• Practical guidance on how to take sustainable procurement forward in your organisation.
• An insight into sustainable procurement from the private and public sector.

Speaking at this event:

Lorna Peacock, Sustainable Procurement Project Manager at CO2Sense Yorkshire will be speaking about the business benefits of sustainable procurement and introducing the region’s first Green Product and Service Guide.

Jimmy Brannigan, Director of ESD Consulting will be sharing his experience of advising both private and public sector organisations and providing practical guidance on key approaches for implementing sustainable procurement.

Sharon Ward, Corporate Responsibility Manager at Logistik will be talking about their approach to sustainable procurement and how this has supported their ongoing work in educating and engaging colleagues, clients and suppliers in creating a sustainable commercial culture.

Kristina Peat, Sustainability Manager at North Yorkshire County Council will be talking about the drivers for the county council to procure sustainably and how they are working with suppliers to improve sustainability in the supply chain.

To book your place at this event please e-mail gbc@s4y.org.uk or telephone the Green Business Club on 01904 554638.