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Sustainable supply chain
We consider our supply chain to be part of our sphere of influence, not only to address the carbon intensity of our supply chain, but to encourage our suppliers to be more responsible and sustainable.
Aviva is a large procurer with a £5.3 billion spend and 27,000 suppliers.
During 2010 we have started to investigate the nature of embedded carbon within our supply chain, both through conversations with suppliers and through examining the appropriate methodology for this task. We have also begun to introduce legally binding clauses within procurement contracts.
During 2011 we will be continuing this work and developing a ‘code of behaviour’ for suppliers outlining a mutual moral commitment on which to conduct the supplier relationship.