The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warns that human-induced climate change is causing widespread disruption and affecting billions of people around the world. The IPCC report emphasizes the importance of supply chains and key infrastructure in mitigating the risks of weather and climate extremes. While companies have focused on reducing carbon use in their direct operations, the majority of a company's carbon footprint lies in the supply chain. Procurement professionals have a crucial role in taking on the carbon-cutting challenge and should be measured not only on cost savings but also on carbon reduction. Without data, it will be difficult to effectively address the race to net zero.
