SPLC and CDP Announce Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) Coaching Course

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 23, 2024 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is proud to partner with CDP to present the Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) course, a virtual training and coaching program designed to empower procurement professionals worldwide with the skills and knowledge to drive and support meaningful supply chain emissions reductions.

As organizations face increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprints, Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) offers a streamlined version of SPLC’s acclaimed Climate Foundations coaching course. This collaboration with CDP will deliver top-tier training and coaching, equipping participants with the tools necessary to set and achieve significant greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals.

Program Highlights:

• Expert-Led Training: Participants will benefit from insights provided by CDP and SPLC during 60-90 minute virtual sessions, designed to cover critical aspects of GHG management.
• Strategic Coaching: Personalized coaching sessions will help attendees prioritize actions and develop strategies tailored to key categories and suppliers.
• Collaborative Learning: The workshop fosters a collaborative environment, allowing participants to engage with like-minded professionals dedicated to sustainability.
• Actionable Outcomes: Attendees will leave with a strategic climate plan and supplier engagement strategy, intended to drive tangible GHG reductions within their organizations.

Who Should Attend:
The Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) coaching course is ideal for procurement professionals and sustainability leaders committed to addressing the climate impact of their organization's supply chain. With sessions scheduled at EMEA-friendly times, the workshop is accessible to participants globally, ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning experience.

Course Schedule:
Start Date: October 7, 2024
End Date: November 27, 2024

"As the global demand for sustainable practices intensifies, learning about climate change management is essential for procurement and supply chain professionals,” said Laura Hohmann, CDP Associate Director, Sustainable Supply Chains. “The Climate Foundations program helps companies deepen their understanding of climate-related terminologies, frameworks, and concepts vital for today's business environment. We are excited to support this workshop as it equips attendees with a strategic climate plan for greenhouse gas reduction, focusing on procurement and key stakeholders, as well as a robust supplier engagement plan.”

“The Climate Foundations initiative underscores the urgency for procurement teams to master GHG management and implement best practices that support meaningful supply chain emissions reductions, said Marc Heisterkamp, SPLC Executive Director. “The collaborative nature of the program fosters a valuable climate network of multi-stakeholder experts and peers. SPLC and CDP are excited to offer this opportunity to professionals looking to make a significant impact in their organizations and beyond.”

Registration for Climate Foundations (Compact Edition) is open until September 30, 2024 at 12:00 am (UTC) and is available on the SPLC website.

Media Contact
Kristy Pickurel, Director of Marketing & Communications, SPLC
kristyp@sustainablepurchasing.org

About SPLC
The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is a global community of purchasers, suppliers, advocates, and experts dedicated to driving positive impact through the power of procurement. Visit SPLC at www.sustainablepurchasing.org. 

About CDP
CDP is a global non-profit that runs the world’s environmental disclosure system for companies, cities, states and regions. Founded in 2000 and working with more than 700 financial institutions with over $142 trillion in assets, CDP pioneered using capital markets and corporate procurement to motivate companies to disclose their environmental impacts, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, safeguard water resources and protect forests. Over 24,000 organizations around the world disclosed data through CDP in 2023, with more than 23,000 companies – including listed companies worth two thirds global market capitalization - and over 1,100 cities, states and regions. Fully TCFD aligned, CDP holds the largest environmental database in the world, and CDP scores are widely used to drive investment and procurement decisions towards a zero carbon, sustainable and resilient economy. CDP is a founding member of the Science Based Targets initiative, We Mean Business Coalition, The Investor Agenda and the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. Visit www.cdp.net or follow us @CDP to find out more.