amfori calls for sustained business efforts towards sustainable global supply chains.
As we are fast approaching the 10th year of the SDGs, there is no doubt that much remains to be done to meet these ambitious targets. Whilst we are still debating how to best mitigate climate change impacts and trying to figure out what role social and economic parameters can play in that equation, the reality on the ground is not improving. Now is the time to move from theoretical discussions to impactful implementation.
Collecting climate data is only the starting point, not the end destination
As climate risks increase, more and more companies are looking into the environmental impacts of their activities. However, only a few companies have reached the implementation and tracking progress stages. Most of the time companies get stuck at the “management of climate data” stage.
Well-equipped business can make a difference
It can be very tempting to look for a magical solution whereby companies can monitor and mitigate their climate impacts. However, the reality is that responsible business conduct and thorough due diligence is the only way forward.
Well-equipped businesses can make a difference. amfori BEPI relies on real data from our members’ supply chains. Real data for real impact.
Impact does not have to be limited to big companies. amfori members come in different sizes and everyone has a role to play. If you consider the scale of global supply chains, there is no doubt that even little changes in supply chain management can make a huge impact.
It can also be further amplified through collaboration. In our experience, creating a space where companies can learn from one another and inspire each other to continuously improve reduces duplication of work and allows for more progress.
Now is the time to renew our commitment towards continuous improvement of supply chains’ sustainability.
Why? – is probably the most powerful question for businesses. Monitoring climate impacts is a good start but what will really make the difference is doing something about these impacts.
So, let’s be practical and aim for concrete results through sustained business commitment towards responsible business conduct! It is certainly worth the effort, especially as by accelerating business action on climate, progress on other sustainability issues (workers’ rights, pollution, gender equality…) will also be boosted.
At this very significant moment in time, amfori renews its firm commitment towards continuous improvement of global supply chain sustainability.
