How supplier sustainability is reshaping the Fortune 500 supply chain
WEBINAR | ON DEMAND
Why watch?
Fortune 500 companies now collectively represent $41 trillion in revenue, over a third of the global GDP, and employ 70 million people worldwide.¹
As the climate crisis intensifies, these large corporations are setting ambitious net-zero targets and creating ripple effects across their vast supply chains. Nearly half of Fortune 500 companies now plan to reach net zero by 2050, up dramatically from just 8% in 2020.²
In this webinar, GM’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Kristen Siemen, and Greenplaces CEO, Alex Lassiter, shared strategies and insights for mid-market suppliers on how to navigate evolving standards, protect key accounts, and transform compliance into a competitive advantage.
Key takeaways
- Start small to build momentum. Kristen shared how GM’s early push for renewable energy enabled them to surpass their initial 2050 goal, achieving 100% renewable energy in the U.S. by 2025. Taking the first step is often the hardest but yields the most significant results.
- Supplier collaboration is critical. GM’s Supplier Sustainability Council and supplier pledge demonstrated how partnerships across the supply chain drive alignment with ambitious carbon-neutral goals.
- Sustainability is a business resilience strategy. Beyond compliance, embracing sustainability reduces risk, increases efficiency, and strengthens customer relationships. As Kristen said, “It’s just good business.”
Meet our speakers
Kristen Siemen
Former Vice President & Chief Sustainability Officer at GM
Alex Lassiter
Founder & CEO at Greenplaces
