{"id":4205,"date":"2025-12-02T08:01:32","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T08:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verso.de\/blog\/decarbonizing-the-supply-chain-how-companies-achieve-their-climate-targets-along-the-supply-chain\/"},"modified":"2025-04-03T08:06:38","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T08:06:38","slug":"decarbonizing-the-supply-chain-how-companies-achieve-their-climate-targets-along-the-supply-chain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verso.de\/en\/blog\/decarbonizing-the-supply-chain-how-companies-achieve-their-climate-targets-along-the-supply-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"Decarbonizing the Supply Chain: How To Achieve Climate Goals Along the Supply Chain"},"content":{"rendered":"\t
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Supply Chain Decarbonization: How To Achieve Your Climate Goals <\/h1>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEngage suppliers and strategically reduce supply chain emissions \u2013 your step-by-step guide to supply chain decarbonization.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\n\t

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Around 80% of a company\u2019s emissions originate in the supply chain, making it a key focus on the path to net zero. But setting climate targets alone isn\u2019t enough. The real challenge is achieving them. This article explores how to make supply chain decarbonization a reality \u2013 by turning targets into actions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t

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Why Is It So Important To Decarbonize Your Supply Chain? <\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Let\u2019s look at two key reasons why <\/span>decarbonizing the supply chain should be a top priority for businesses.<\/p>\n

Climate Action Is No Longer Optional<\/h3>\n

Regulations such as CSDDD<\/span>, <\/span><\/b>EUDR, and CBAM demand <\/span>greater supply chain transparency, while CSRD\u2019s <\/span>ESRS E1 standard (Climate Change and Climate Protection) requires companies to set and track <\/span>emission reduction targets \u2013 including Scope 3.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t

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That\u2019s the compliance side. But focusing <\/span>only on regulations means dealing with bureaucracy <\/span>without unlocking real business value.<\/p>\n

Supply Chain Decarbonization Future-proofs Your Business<\/h3>\n

Even if your company <\/span>isn\u2019t legally required to take climate action, proactively reducing emissions pays off.<\/p>\n

Three Reasons to act now:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Climate risks disrupt supply chains.<\/span><\/b> Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, damaging <\/span>factories, transport routes, and infrastructure. The result? Delays, shortages, and financial losses.<\/li>\n
  2. Sustainable products drive competitive advantage.<\/span><\/b> A Capgemini study<\/a> found that 79% of consumers want to make more sustainable purchasing choices, and 66% actively look for eco-friendly products and services.<\/li>\n
  3. ESG commitments are now a key factor in procurement.<\/span><\/b> Large corporations subject to CSRD or CSDDD will require clear ESG data from suppliers. According to the Business Development Bank of Canada<\/a>, 92% of large companies will demand ESG disclosures from their vendors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t
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    How to assess and decarbonize your supply chain\u00a0<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

    Step 1: Estimate Scope 3 Emissions<\/h3>\n

    Start by mapping out your <\/span>supplier network and compiling a spend list and product categories. This helps you estimate emissions across your supply chain.<\/p>\n

    If precise data is unavailable, start with industry benchmarks and refine your estimates as supplier-specific data becomes available.<\/p>\n

    Step 2: Identify Hotspots & Assess Supplier Climate Maturity<\/h3>\n

    Next, evaluate which <\/span>suppliers contribute the most emissions and how advanced their climate strategies are. The VERSO Supply Chain Hub automates this assessment.<\/p>\n

    Supplier Climate Maturity Levels:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n