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SPLC and NIGP Partner to Advance Public Procurement and Sustainability
SPLC and NIGP Partner to Advance Public Procurement and Sustainability

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2025  – SPLC and The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration and drive sustainable public procurement practices. This strategic partnership will enhance... Continue Reading

Date posted03/14/2025


SPLC Announces 2024 Leadership Award Winners
SPLC Announces 2024 Leadership Award Winners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 11, 2025 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) has announced the winners of its prestigious 2024 Leadership Awards. The SPLC Leadership Awards recognize organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in... Continue Reading

Date posted03/11/2025


Reuters Events: Net Zero USA 2025: Addressing the Defining Business Challenge of Our Time
Reuters Events: Net Zero USA 2025: Addressing the Defining Business Challenge of Our Time

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2025 - Businesses across North America are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities as the transition to a low-carbon economy accelerates. To address the urgent need for decarbonization, Reuters Events will host Net Zero USA on May 6-7 in San Diego,... Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2025


SPLC Launches Virtual Learning Hub, Empowering Broader Adoption of Sustainable Procurement Practices
SPLC Launches Virtual Learning Hub, Empowering Broader Adoption of Sustainable Procurement Practices

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 2024 – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is proud to announce the public launch of the SPLC Learning Hub, now available to both SPLC members and non-members. This library of video-on-demand courses is designed to help individuals and... Continue Reading

Date posted11/4/2024


SPLC wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards
SPLC wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards

Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council wins Social Enterprise at the Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards 2024 "It’s absolutely amazing to win this award. Amazing. There are many people involved in sustainable procurement integrating sustainability into purchasing in... Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2024


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

Date posted07/24/2024


SPLC Welcomes Marc Heisterkamp as New Chief Executive Officer
SPLC Welcomes Marc Heisterkamp as New Chief Executive Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) Board of Directors is excited to announce Marc Heisterkamp as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 16. He will be succeeding Kris Spriano, who has served as interim CEO... Continue Reading

Date posted07/11/2024


Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Submission Deadline Extension for SPLC Navigator
Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Submission Deadline Extension for SPLC Navigator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is pleased to announce that the deadline for submissions for the SPLC Navigator has been extended to September 27, 2024. This extension provides organizations additional time to complete their... Continue Reading

Date posted07/3/2024


SPLC Honors Sustainable Procurement Excellence with 2024 Leadership Awards
SPLC Honors Sustainable Procurement Excellence with 2024 Leadership Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is pleased to announce that submissions are now being accepted for the 2024 SPLC Leadership Awards. These prestigious awards recognize purchasers and suppliers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment... Continue Reading

Date posted05/13/2024


Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Public Launch of SPLC Navigator
Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Announces Public Launch of SPLC Navigator

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 6, 2024 - The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is thrilled to announce the launch of SPLC Navigator, a comprehensive digital platform designed to empower organizations in understanding, building, and advancing their sustainable procurement programs.SPLC... Continue Reading

Date posted05/6/2024


Collective Healthcare Action to Reduce MedTech Emissions (CHARME) Launch
Collective Healthcare Action to Reduce MedTech Emissions (CHARME) Launch

Collective Healthcare Action to Reduce MedTech Emissions (CHARME) tackles emissions-intensive health care supply chain OAKLAND, Calif., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Collective Healthcare Action to Reduce MedTech Emissions (CHARME) collaborative launched today with the goal of... Continue Reading

Date posted04/10/2024


Kris Spriano Appointed as Interim SPLC CEO
Kris Spriano Appointed as Interim SPLC CEO

The SPLC Board of Directors has appointed Kris Spriano as the interim CEO following the retirement of previous CEO Sarah O’Brien. Kris has been with SPLC since 2017, serving as Director of Knowledge Design and Development. With over 25 years of experience in leadership roles in the... Continue Reading

Date posted03/11/2024