Procurement Magazine June 2024 | Page 22

EXECUTIVE INSIGHT
HOW MERCK IS REDUCING CARBON ACROSS THE SUPPLY CHAIN :
Merck is determined that climate protection will pay off in the long run , both for the environment and the business . However , the business knows that reducing only its own emissions is not enough and has taken a look at over 40 % of the company ’ s carbon footprint occurring upstream in its value chain . Its Supplier Decarbonization Program is a key to achieving its Science-Based Targets . Through this , Merck aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with purchased goods , services , and capital goods .

“We prioritise the strategic utilisation of big data and deploy AI-driven tools to maximise performance ”

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