Sustainable Procurement: Definition
Sustainable procurement involves the integration of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) principles into a company’s procurement processes and decisions, all while meeting stakeholder requirements. It incorporates specifications, requirements, and criteria compatible with environmental and societal well-being. Commitment to sustainable procurement ensures that a company’s core sustainability values permeate the entire life cycle of its products and services.
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