“Encouraging suppliers to adopt energysaving measures and transition to renewable energy sources is pivotal in achieving the company ’ s NetZeroby40 goals ”
MARINELA PAIDA HEAD OF PROCUREMENT CORPORATE , DIGITAL & SUSTAINABILITY AT COCA-COLA HBC
on agricultural commodities and water availability , escalating prices , emission reduction strategies and achieving traceability throughout the value chain , particularly concerning emissions , human rights and biodiversity among Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers .
While their strategic suppliers demonstrate proficiency in addressing ESG aspects , smaller , localised suppliers at Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels face hurdles in meeting sustainability requirements .
“ They currently feel overwhelmed with the sustainability requirements and are not equipped with knowledge and tools to help them navigate through this complex environment of climate and other ESG targets and regulations ,” Marinela says .
“ In Coca-Cola HBC we recognise the value of enabling our own people and suppliers ’ teams to develop and strengthen skills and abilities and support them to effectively navigate across the ESG spectrum .” manufacturingdigital . com 109