Sustainable Sourcing Framework

The Sports for Nature Sourcing Framework aims to help sport organisations identify and address potential nature-specific impacts of their sourcing decisions through embedding nature and biodiversity considerations into sourcing and supply chain management and engagement with direct
suppliers.

The Framework builds on and supplements the International Olympic Committee’s Sustainability Essentials: Sustainable Sourcing in Sport, Sports for Nature “Mapping Your Relationship with Nature” Self-assessment tool, and IOC Sustainable Sourcing Factsheets.

It looks at both well-known impacts as well as actions that may look “positive” for the environment, but may have unintended consequences for biodiversity. For example, alternative fuels may contribute to deforestation, or some materials marketed as “eco-friendly” may still be harmful for waterways or deplete natural resources.

This Framework is for anyone in sports organisations involved in purchasing or sourcing products and services – from ordering office supplies or sports equipment, through arranging catering or event services, to investing in major infrastructure. It’s also useful when conducting due diligence on sponsorship deals, particularly supply-side elements.