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Category Archives: Sustainability
Buyers cautious of ‘hidden traps’ in UK Energy Bill
The government said it will protect some energy-intensive industries from additional costs but purchasers are concerned about the reform.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Purchasers urge support for social enterprise scheme
Buyers supporting a campaign to increase purchasing from social enterprises are calling for their peers in the profession to get involved.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Broadcasters to give apprentices a chance in supply chains
BBC and Channel 4 are to work with their suppliers to increase opportunities for young apprentices looking to get into the creative industries.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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M&S increases sustainable cotton sourcing
“It’s an important part of our sourcing mix now and we want it to grow and grow,” said Mark Sumner, cotton expert at Marks & Spencer, which plans to increase the amount of sustainable cotton it purchases.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Sustainable sourcing vital to attract consumers
Unilever CEO Paul Polman told the CBI Annual Conference that customers would support those companies that make a positive contribution to society.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Coca-Cola trains 40,000 supply chain farmers
The global drinks company has improved the quality of the fruit it sources for juices by investing in farmers in Africa.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Southern Africa, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Early planning key to London 2012’s sustainable supply chain
The Commission for a Sustainable London 2012 has said procurement performed “extremely well” in meeting sustainability targets set for the London 2012 Olympics.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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P&G makes sustainable pulp procurement pledge
The consumer goods manufacturer has announced by 2015 all the pulp it buys to make tissues, baby care and feminine hygiene products will be certified as sustainable, with help from the WWF.
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Create an apprenticeship for every £1 million spent
MPs on the Business, Innovation and Skills Committee call for an apprenticeship to be created for every £1 million spent through public procurement.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Hitachi deal to deliver nuclear investment programme
The Japanese technology giant’s acquisition of Horizon Nuclear Power means it will begin building nuclear power plants in the UK and boost the nation’s construction supply chain.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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