Supply chain decarbonization is entering a new era. As climate regulations accelerate and expectations for transparent, credible reporting continue to rise, companies can no longer limit their climate strategies to what happens within their own four walls. The real challenge, and the real opportunity, lies across the value chain, where the majority of emissions are generated and where collaboration becomes essential.

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Leading companies will be those that not only understand their Scope 3 emissions but actively partner with suppliers to reduce them. And that requires practical tools, clear guidance, and accessible pathways to renewable energy adoption.

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This guide explore how renewable electricity offers a practical entry point for supplier-focused climate action, how leading brands are driving value chain momentum, and how tools like Green Project’s act50 platform help companies and suppliers collaborate on credible, traceable renewable energy procurement.

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Key Takeaways

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1. Scope 3 emissions are the largest and most complex to tackle

While companies have made strides in reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions, Scope 3 emissions — especially those from suppliers — often make up the largest portion of a company’s carbon footprint. Tackling these indirect emissions requires deeper collaboration across the value chain, not just internal decarbonization efforts.

2. Supplier engagement is critical — and often overlooked

Many suppliers, particularly small and mid-sized ones, lack the resources or expertise to participate in corporate climate programs. The ebook emphasizes that companies need tools and strategies to make renewable energy adoption more accessible — from simplifying procurement processes to providing education and support.

3. Market-based instruments like EACs enable scalable climate action

The ebook highlights how renewable energy certificates (EACs) — when used responsibly — can help suppliers demonstrate credible progress. Digital platforms like Green Project’s act50 make it easier for companies to engage suppliers in auditable, traceable renewable energy procurement, enabling climate impact at scale.

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