Nottingham Trent University introduces a pioneering Net Zero Carbon Supplier Tool, partnering with over 30 universities. The tool calculates and targets supply chain emissions, aiding universities in measuring, reducing, and monitoring their carbon footprint, fostering sustainability efforts across sectors.
Nottingham Trent University has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, the Net Zero Carbon Supplier Tool, designed in collaboration with NETpositive Futures and utilized by over 30 universities. This tool, a collaborative effort between NTU's sustainability and procurement teams, focuses not only on assessing supply chain carbon emissions but also on prompting suppliers to curtail their carbon footprint.
Following a successful trial involving six universities, the Tool's official launch now involves over 30 universities in a year-long action research project. This tool assists universities in gauging their supply chain's carbon footprint, offering insights into the sustainability impacts of purchased goods and services while tracking emission reductions post-interventions.
Aligned with sector-specific carbon footprint methodologies, the Tool empowers universities to comprehend supplier responses to climate change challenges, fostering actions toward achieving net zero carbon objectives.
Suppliers, provided with estimated carbon footprints and bespoke reduction plans, benefit from streamlined engagement across multiple universities through a single account. This approach simplifies sharing carbon footprint data and action plans, irrespective of their business scope.
Laura Mayhew-Manchón, NTU's Head of Sustainability, emphasizes the Tool's dual advantage: enhancing understanding of supply chain emissions and nurturing supplier engagement on sustainability journeys.
Larissa Morrish, Head of Procurement at Lancaster University, hails the Tool's role in aiding their commitment toward Carbon Net Zero by 2035. She highlights increased engagement from SME suppliers and the Tool's pivotal role in measuring and recording carbon reduction activities across their supply chain.
Nottingham Trent University's initiative heralds a pivotal move in higher education, fostering a collaborative approach to tackle supply chain emissions. By harnessing the Net Zero Carbon Supplier Tool, universities pave the way for informed decisions, engagement with suppliers, and a collective stride towards a sustainable future.
