Responsible Supply Chains

Responsible supply chains is a system of assessing suppliers and (sub)contractors in the context of sustainable development goals and ESG factors
The concept of “responsible supplier” includes not only the timely and complete provision of goods and services. The supply chain may be associated with hidden risks that can negatively affect the company's image and business, such as negative impacts on protected species and their habitats, significant GHG emissions, human rights violations, corruption, etc.

Building a responsible supply chain (RSC) is one of the necessary conditions for meeting ESG assessment criteria.


For suppliers and contractors of big clients, taking into account the ESG policies of the customer is becoming an important factor that increases competitive capacity and ensures long-term cooperation

Services provided in this area:

1
Development of supply chain map to include Scope 1 – Contractor and Scope 2 – Subcontractor
2
Identification and assessment of risks that may be associated with supply chain in the context of ESG criteria
3
Comprehensive supply chain assessment based on the analysis of the product life cycle, including an assessment of the expectations of potential consumers of the product in the context of ESG criteria
4
Development of internal documentation on the RSC management system – Code and Policy, supplier evaluation criteria, audit guidelines, questionnaires, checklists, conducting training
5
Conducting audits/ due diligence of suppliers and preparing action plans to achieve supplier compliance with ESG standards
6
Development of internal supplier documentation for the purpose of compliance with customer requirements in the context of the RSC, preparation of suppliers for audits: training, interviews
7
Preparation of public reports on the results of supply chain assessment for a wide range of stakeholders, including potential investors
8
Sociological survey to assess the perception and satisfaction of stakeholders, including employees, customers and local communities
In implementing projects we are guided by:
  • EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
  • OECD Due Diligence Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct
  • IFC Performance Standard 2 Labor and Working Conditions (IFC PS 2)
  • National standards regarding energy efficiency, GHG, water resources, biodiversity and etc.
  • The United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs)
  • International Labor Organization (ILO) standards
  • SMETA audit which assesses the social and ethical responsibility standards of suppliers and enterprises in global supply chains
  • ISO 26000 “Guidance on social responsibility”


Why build a responsible supply chain?

Along with other ESG criteria the responsible supply chain

  • demonstrates the company's commitment to sustainable development goals
  • improves ESG-rating
  • minimizes potential reputational and financial risks and promotes sustainable business development
Why contact Environ Consult?
Experience and professional skills
15+ years on the market, hundreds of successfully implemented projects for clients from different countries

Industry expertise
We work with various industries – from food to mining

Individual approach
We implement projects taking into account the specifics of the client’s unique needs and projects geography

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