1. Commitment to Sustainable Procurement
1.1 Green Tara LLC is committed to sourcing products and materials that support environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
1.2 We prioritize working with suppliers who employ environmentally sustainable technologies and processes.
2. Local Supplier Engagement
2.1 We aim to increase the percentage of materials sourced from local suppliers to support local economies and reduce environmental impacts from transportation.
3. Diversity and Inclusion in the Workforce
3.1 Green Tara LLC values workforce diversity and tracks the representation of women and ethnic minority groups within our company.
3.2 We encourage inclusive hiring practices across all levels of the organization.
4. Leadership and Accountability
4.1 A named top executive within Green Tara LLC sponsors sustainability initiatives in procurement to ensure alignment with company values and objectives.
5. Sustainable Supply Chain Policies and Procedures
5.1 We maintain a publicly available Sustainable Supply Chain Policy outlining our expectations and practices.
5.2 A Supplier Code of Conduct defines requirements related to sustainable procurement, including modern slavery prevention, labor rights, and fair operating practices.
6. Supply Chain Oversight and Risk Management
6.1 Green Tara LLC conducts risk assessments, supplier audits, and evaluations to oversee sustainability performance within our supply chain.
6.2 Prospective suppliers and subcontractors are screened using social responsibility and environmental criteria to ensure alignment with our standards.
7. Supplier Support and Performance Improvement
7.1 We provide training, guidance, and tools to suppliers to promote awareness and adoption of sustainability practices.
7.2 Clear processes exist to assist and improve supply chain sustainability performance continuously.
8. Life-Cycle Assessments and Continuous Improvement
8.1 Where possible, Green Tara LLC undertakes life-cycle assessments (LCAs) for products to evaluate environmental impacts and inform procurement decisions.
9. Alignment with International Standards
9.1 Our supply chain management aligns with international sustainable procurement guidance such as ISO 20400:2017, covering governance, human rights, labor rights, environmental matters, fair operating practices, consumer issues, and community engagement.
10. Fair Labor and Consumer Safety
10.1 Mechanisms are in place to ensure suppliers adopt minimum living wage policies and reasonable working hours.
10.2 Supplier goods and services are evaluated to protect consumer health and safety.
11. Supporting Local and Diverse Businesses
11.1 Green Tara LLC fosters employment opportunities within local communities, emphasizing support for women-owned, ethnic minority-owned, LGBT-owned, veteran-owned, and other disadvantaged or small to medium enterprises (SMEs).
12. Certifications and Recognition
12.1 The company pursues relevant certifications and sustainability awards that validate our commitment to supply chain sustainability.
12.2 We participate in benchmarking tools and initiatives to measure and improve our sustainability performance.
13. Operational Controls and Performance Management
13.1 Audits, checks, and controls are implemented to manage operational performance and ensure compliance with sustainability targets.
14. Policy Review and Transparency
14.1 This policy is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect evolving best practices and stakeholder expectations.
14.2 We openly disclose relevant achievements, endorsements, and sustainability performance indicators.