We are thrilled to announce that Tilley Distribution has been awarded the Scope 1 & 2 badge from Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition (S-LOCT), a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. This particular badge (one of many in a series) recognizes our efforts in accurately measuring and reducing our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
What is S-LOCT?
S-LOCT, or Supplier LOCT, is an educational platform for suppliers and a company collaborative for their buyers (LOCT partners). It was created to accelerate action towards reducing supply chain carbon emissions.
Guidehouse facilitates an instructional seminar series with levels of progress designed to help suppliers create a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions footprint, adopt reduction targets, disclose emissions, and explore abatement measures. The collaborative is standardizing the way forward for LOCT partners seeking to deliver on their Scope 3 climate reduction targets.
Why is the Scope 1 & 2 Badge Important?
Tilley is more than a supply chain partner; receiving the Scope 1 & 2 badge from S-LOCT is a testament to our dedication to sustainability. This badge signifies that Tilley Distribution has successfully completed the S-LOCT Scope 1 and 2 Footprinting course and developed a comprehensive GHG footprint that meets the stringent guidelines of the GHG Protocol and Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) best practices. Our footprint identifies key activities contributing to emissions and uses both location-based and market-based methods to calculate these emissions accurately.
Customer Demand for Sustainability
It’s important to note that sustainability is not just a corporate responsibility but also a customer expectation. Recent studies show a significant percentage of customers prefer to do business with companies that prioritize sustainability. According to a report from TheRoundup, 78% of consumers feel that sustainability is important. Additionally, 84% of customers say that poor environmental practices will alienate them from a brand or company. This suggests a significant consumer preference for sustainable practices. This trend underscores the importance of our efforts and the value of the Scope 1 & 2 badge in meeting customer expectations and enhancing our market position.
Looking Ahead
At Tilley Distribution, we are committed to continuous improvement in our environmental practices. Earning the Scope 1 & 2 badge is just one step in our ongoing climate management journey towards sustainability. We will continue to work closely with S-LOCT and other partners to further reduce our emissions and contribute to a greener future in distribution.
