Q . HOW ARE SUPPLIERS ESSENTIAL TO SODEXO ' S NET ZERO SUPPLY CHAIN ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY ?
» Recognising that 34 % of our emissions reside in the supply chain , suppliers are integral to Sodexo ' s net zero supply chain engagement strategy . Sodexo engages over 4,000 partners and in order for us to achieve our net zero target , this is where collaboration with our supply partners becomes key , which is why we ’ ve set out through a series of milestones in our supplier engagement strategy roadmap .
We set clear deadlines and offer mentoring , even providing a two-year grace period for small and mediumsized enterprises ( SMEs ).
In September 2023 , suppliers accounting for 75 % of our supply chain were required to provide detailed carbon reduction plans and report on Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions . By 2025 , the same suppliers are then required to have their own science-based targets validated by SBTi . By 2027 , the number of suppliers will increase to account for over 90 % of our supply chain emissions covered by SBTi validated science-based targets . That way , we ’ re also helping them in their journey to net zero and sharing resources and expertise to best support them .
Actively involving suppliers in carbon reduction plans , reporting and validation ensures tangible progress . This collaborative approach is crucial for any company striving for a sustainable and resilient net zero strategy .
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