Legislative insights on sustainable supply chains - conflict minerals, carbon neutrality and human rights
In light of the latest announcement by the European Union of increased efforts in order to reach their 2050 goal of carbon neutrality, companies need to be aware of the current legislations that might affect them - now more than ever.
Besides legislations concerning carbon neutrality, the compelling necessity of carrying out human rights due diligence on supply chains is a major step towards more sustainability in European businesses. Companies must ensure that human rights are being respected throughout their entire supply chain and need to establish complaint mechanisms and reports on their due diligence activities. For example, in the Supply Chain Due Dilligence Act German legislation, organizations with an average annual turnover of more than 400 million Euros could face fines of up to 2% of their annual turnover for certain violations and could be excluded from public procurement.
These obligations must be implemented by a company in its own business activities and their direct suppliers.
Join the free BSI Sustainability Legislation Forum
BSI Sustainability Legislation Forum is free and takes place on 14 October 2021 and is ought to help you navigate through current and drafted EU legislation related to sustainable supply chains. Listen to our experts, learn about industry best practices and get first-hand insights on EU legislations for your industry.
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9.30 - 10.30 am (CET) Brendon Hill |
Aerospace Sector: EU Sustainability Legislation Webinar “Once sustainability was optional, it is now an essential element for any organisation working in Aviation, space and defence. Driven by international agreements, Government targets and Public opinion, try and listen to the news and not hear the words climate emergency or carbon emissions. The challenge for us working in this sector is how we adapt to meet these challenges. If you don’t, you run the risk of being left behind. Join us for a discussion on this demanding topic, with insights from our two BSI experts.” |
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10.45 - 11.45am (CET) Robert Brown |
Automotive Sector: EU Sustainability Legislation Webinar "The automotive industry has always been driven by changes in consumer behaviour; the adoption of new technologies, materials, and innovation. Governments setting targets to influence and accelerate new travel behaviours and preferences. Today we see a renewed focus on sustainable mobility and a sustainable supply chain. This have a major impact on the supply chain and the procurement measures of the organizations. Join us for a discussion on this demanding topic, with insights from our BSI sustainability experts and our BSI sector expert for automotive." |
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12 - 01pm (CET) Courtney Soulsby |
POSTPONED - Healthcare Sector: EU Sustainability Legislation Webinar “Supply chains become more global in nature for the healthcare industry, shifting from a primarily western-based sourcing strategy to sourcing from suppliers further afield in Asia, Middle East and LATAM regions. With this shift, sustainable and ethical supply chains have become a top priority in the board room of healthcare organizations. Maturing legislation related to carbon emissions, environmental and waste management, and human rights across the European Union is further driving healthcare organizations to mature from a compliance-driven sustainable supply chain approach to a more data driven approach, even engaging suppliers in a collaborative way. Join our webinar to learn more about current and upcoming sustainable supply chain legislation in the European Union and how we are partnering with our healthcare clients to develop their sustainable supply chain strategy.” |
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2.30- 3.30 pm (CET) Giacomo Celi |
Food and retailers: EU Sustainability Legislation Webinar “More and more of today’s world citizens care about where there food comes from, the impact it has on the people producing it, and the global environment. This hasn’t gone unnoticed by the leadership of leading multinational food and beverage brands, as well as small independents capitalizing on ethical credentials. Sustainable and ethical supply chains have become a top priority in the board room of these organizations. Maturing legislation related to carbon emissions, packaging and plastics, food waste and human rights across the European Union is further driving these organizations to mature from a compliance-driven sustainable supply chain approach to a more data driven approach, engaging suppliers in a collaborative way. Join our webinar to learn more about current and upcoming sustainable supply chain legislation in the European Union and how we are partnering with our clients throughout the food and beverage supply chain to embed a more sustainable and ethical way of feeding the world.” |
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04 - 05 pm (CET) Rahul Shah |
Built Environment Sector: EU Sustainability Legislation Webinar "As the supply chain network becomes increasingly complex, the ability to adopt best practice, quantify and mitigate your risks throughout the procurement, manufacturing, design, construction or operation phases of a project is vital. Also Health, safety and well-being underpins all activity in the built environment industry and is one of the main issues for teams at every level to address. It also builds trust among the workforce and supply chain which in turn enhances organizational resilience and agility. The industry has to combine these important topics together with a sustainable approach. Join us for a discussion on this demanding topic, with insights from our BSI sustainability experts and our BSI sector expert for built environment." |