Sustainable Procurement
CERN relies on a global supply chain to deliver the goods, services and works that support its scientific mission. Sustainable procurement helps stakeholders make informed decisions throughout the pre-procurement and procurement process to reduce environmental impacts, promote responsible business practices, strengthen supply chain resilience and create long-term value.
By considering sustainability from need identification to contract execution, CERN can better anticipate risks, foster innovation and contribute to its broader sustainability objectives.
Sustainable procurement considers the following aspects:
Environment
Energy efficiency, greenhouse gas emissions, circular economy, resource efficiency, pollution prevention and biodiversity.
Social
Health and safety, working conditions, human rights, responsible labour practices, diversity and inclusion.
Governance
Business ethics, transparency, responsible sourcing, supply chain traceability and resilience, compliance and supply chain risk management.
If you are interested in getting more information, please contact us at responsible.procurement@cern.ch.