CSO General Motors

GM ’ s supply chain boasts transparency and focused initiatives on workplace safety and environmentally-friendly innovation . It has a company-wide ethos of “ zero crashes , zero emissions , and zero congestion ”, and is viewed as a leader in automotive sustainability .

The firm ’ s directors regularly review the company ’ s ESG performance and progress , ensuring it remains a central focus for global operations – in line with shifting global expectations and regulations .

In April 2022 , GM announced an innovative new pledge , inviting global suppliers to join the company in a commitment to carbon neutrality , the development of social responsibility programmes , and the implementation of sustainable procurement practices in its supply chain operations .

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Nestle

As chief technology officer , Stefan Palzer leads Nestlé ' s R & D activities to deliver nutritious , healthy , sustainable and affordable food and beverage innovation , globally .

The Swiss food and beverage multinational ’ s Creating Shared Value strategy drives sustainability through partnerships with suppliers and environmental organisations , as well as with other corporations .

Examples of Nestlé ' s work include its Caring for Water initiative , which promotes water conservation throughout its supply chain , and is also a founding member of the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative .

122 July 2022