Sustainability holistically considers the governance of an organisation’s environmental, social, and economic viability to ensure organisations exist for the long term, and the needs of the present are met without compromising the needs of future generations. ESG (economic, social and governance) builds on sustainability but with an added focus on the governance aspects of procurement practices. ESG is a specific set of criteria used to demonstrate the ethical behaviours carried out by an organisation, which relates to its impact on both the environment and society, alongside the internal policies and governance that determine its values.
The two terms are often used interchangeably within organisations.
The sustainability topics covered on this page will help you to navigate the breadth of CIPS sustainability resources to gain a deeper understanding and support your sustainability journey.
Explore the content shared and you can refer to the CIPS Glossary for the definitions of any terms used.
Carbon Management
Explore what carbon management is, why it's important and how supplier management plays a pivotal role.
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CIPS Templates
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Procurement Skills Training
Accelerate your learning and keep your knowledge and expertise up to date with our sustainable procurement training courses.
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We host a range of webinars, conferences, seminars, awards and graduation events which give you the chance to connect with professionals around the world and gain invaluable knowledge.
Developed for all levels of procurement professionals
The eLearning and test enables individuals and organisations to hone their skills and knowledge, and ultimately to demonstrate their commitment to ethical procurement and sustainable supply chains.