As we discussed in our last post – manufacturers and engineers are increasingly judged not only on their own carbon and environmental performance, but also on the sustainability of their supply chain.
Large buyers, retailers, and government agencies often demand verified supply chain carbon credentials as part of tender requirements and ESG reporting.
To support this our latest educational series is focusing on:
1. ISO 20400 – Sustainable Procurement
2. PAS/BES standards for responsible sourcing
3. Buyer expectations and tender requirements
4. Strategies for integrating supply chain carbon credentials into operations
Our first episode covered ISO 20400 – Sustainable Procurement, but today we are covering PAS/BES Standards – Responsible Sourcing.
PAS/BES Standards – Responsible Sourcing – Overview:
1. PAS 2060, PAS 2050, PAS 2080, BES 6001, etc., set standards for responsible sourcing and carbon management across products and materials
2. Typically apply to raw materials, construction, and manufacturing sectors
3. Ensure traceability, ethical sourcing, and environmental performance of supply chain inputs
Benefits to Manufacturers & Engineers:
1. Provides verified evidence of low-carbon and responsible sourcing
2. Supports compliance with buyer ESG and sustainability requirements
3. Strengthens scope 3 carbon reporting
4. Enhances credibility for PAS 2060 carbon-neutral claims
Example:
A steel fabricator supplying construction projects uses BES 6001 Responsible Sourcing certification to demonstrate sustainable procurement of raw steel and reduce embodied carbon for clients.
Additional Resource
If you’d like to learn more about PAS/BES Standards (Responsible Sourcing) or other operational improvement / cost reduction related accreditations, please request a complimentary copy of our factories guide book – Planet meets Profit.
