Description

Ensured accountability from suppliers by enforcing DEFRA’s appropriate framework during procurement. Energy consumption and carbon emissions reported on for products and services.

Suggested actions

• adopt the Government buying standards
• follow DEFRA's guidance to the flexible framework for sustainable procurement
• prioritise re-use and recycling of components and materials to minimise end-of-life disposal
• make sure suppliers, provide clear information about where and how their products are made, and under what conditions
• sign up to and implement a minimum standards charter for whole ICT supply chain

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