Carbon Reduction Plan Guidance for Suppliers

This guide provides detailed instructions for suppliers on how to complete a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) as part of their bidding process for contracts. It outlines the requirements for the CRP, including the necessity for suppliers to detail their organizational carbon footprint and their commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. The document specifies that the CRP must be tailored to the bidding entity, with certain conditions allowing for coverage of both the bidding entity and its parent organization. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of regular updates to the CRP and the need for approval by senior leadership to demonstrate commitment. The guide also includes a template for the CRP and highlights the significance of transparency in reporting emissions data, including baseline emissions and current emissions reporting. Furthermore, it discusses the carbon reduction targets set by Gilead Sciences, Inc. and outlines completed initiatives that have contributed to emissions reduction.