This webinar will explore the impactful role of public procurement in reducing CO2 emissions within urban environments. It is part of ICLEI Europe's webinar series, targeted at its members (local and regional governments across Europe), highlighting how European cities are taking practical measures to make sustainability a reality. 

Public procurement is the process by which public authorities, such as government departments or local authorities acquire goods, services and works, and holds tremendous potential to influence market trends and drive sustainable practices. By incorporating sustainable public procurement (SPP) strategies, cities can significantly reduce their carbon footprints, promote green innovation, and set powerful examples.

The webinar will emphasise the importance of public procurement in meeting environmental objectives, showcase real-world examples from ICLEI members who have successfully included carbon-reducing clauses in their public procurement strategies and activities, and provide actionable insights for local governments looking to adopt and enhance SPP practices.

Programme

11.00: Welcome - Grace Sly, ICLEI Europe
11.05: Introduction to Sustainable Public Procurement - Dominique Sandy, Head of Sustainable and Innovation Procurement, ICLEI Europe
11.15: City Presentation, Municipality of Copenhagen - Lisbet Tegllund, Chief consultant, Economic Administration
11.30: City Presentation, Municipality of Utrecht - Lieske Jonge - Oostveen, Purchasing Advisor Socially Responsible Commissioning and Purchasing
11.45: Q&A
11.55: Wrap-up - Grace Sly, ICLEI Europe

The webinar is open to ICLEI members, Procura+ participants and Circular City Declaration signatories. To register, click here