Want to get your suppliers more engaged in sustainability efforts?

Over the past few years, we've worked closely with suppliers to support their sustainability efforts. And one of the biggest lessons learned is this: progress only happens when we keep showing up.

Key learning: unless there’s structured follow-up, the momentum fades.

What’s made the biggest difference in our work? Consistently engaging companies - not just once, but over and over again.

That means:

1. Regular check-ins to track progress and unblock challenges

2. Clear agendas to make the most of everyone’s time

3. Action-oriented meeting notes with owners and deadlines

4 And critically - scheduling the next meeting before the current one ends to create built-in accountability

In summary, actively creating the conditions for companies/ suppliers to stay engaged is key.