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the first industrial companies doing so . Since then we ' ve progressed a lot and we have managed to reduce our own CO2 emissions by more than 50 %. This is also particularly key for us because we are also applying our own technology in our carbon-neutral programme and we want to ensure the right technologies are out there to decarbonise ,” explains the SVP .
Securing suppliers ’ commitment to Scope 3 With the right tech on the market , Bofinger-Schuster knows the landscape has never been better for sustainable development and sustainable practices within the business .
“ I see many opportunities and markets that are changing for the better . If you ask me about being responsible for sustainability , I think the biggest challenge right now is the dynamics . The dynamics are great and they are super positive while ensuring that we stay ahead , that we are fast enough . That ' s a challenge that we are all undergoing and tackling together .”
As the challenge is something to be tackled together , Siemens is also dedicated to building a robust partner ecosystem with the right partners and suppliers to spread awareness of the importance of sustainable business while ensuring Scope 3 is dealt with .
“ Partnerships are key as we work together towards a common goal . I am very active in our partnership with the World Economic Forum . We are also a member of the UN Global Compact , as well as other groups ,” says Bofinger-Schuster .
“ We have 65,000 suppliers all around the world , so we do have a strong , global supply chain and it ' s very important that we handle the supply chain with responsibility and care . We set clear targets on the supply chain ,” she adds .
Ensuring Scope 3 emissions are reduced is an integral part of Siemens ’ commitment to the SBTi . But on top of this commitment , the company plans to reduce its CO2 emissions in the supply chain by 20 % by 2030 and has also committed to a carbon neutral supply chain by 2050 .
“ I believe it ' s key to speak with the suppliers to have an active dialogue . Again , we are also offering many technologies that can help to lower the CO2 emissions . Our supply chain team , they have a very strong dialogue with the suppliers to see how we can also decarbonise our supply chain ,” explains Bofinger-Schuster .
106 October 2022