World Sustainable Contracting Day 2025

May 15, 2025


Dates
Thursday, May 15, 2025

Time
3:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT

Early Bird Discount Deadline

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Registration Deadline
Thursday, May 15, 2025

Location

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Presented by the WorldCC Foundation, this free-to-attend global event is back for its fourth year, with the world navigating unprecedented regulatory changes, the focus on sustainable contracting has never been more critical.

What Is World Sustainable Contracting Day?
A unique, full-day experience that spans time zones to unite professionals worldwide in advancing sustainable contracting practices. This year’s event dives deep into the challenges and opportunities presented by a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. From real-life case studies to interactive workshops, you’ll gain insight into what works—and what doesn’t—on the path to building resilient, sustainable contracting frameworks.

Who is it for?
WSCD is a FREE event designed for a diverse audience, including:

  • C-suite executives
  • Commercial and contracting practitioners
  • Legal professionals
  • Procurement experts
  • Supply chain professionals
  • Sustainability professionals
  • Academics

Whether you're a legal expert, procurement professional, contract manager, or a sustainability leader everyone has a role in achieving sustainability goals through the contracting process:

  • Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) navigating their first steps in sustainable contracting
  • Large corporations refining advanced strategies
  • Organizations of any maturity level striving to align with new standards

Why Attend?

  • Practical Insights: Learn from real-world case studies—success stories and challenges alike.
  • Tailored Workshops: Participate in sessions segmented by corporate size and maturity level to ensure maximum relevance.
  • Actionable Takeaways: Gain tools and strategies you can implement immediately, no matter where you are in your sustainability journey.
  • Expert-Led Discussions: Hear from global leaders shaping the future of sustainable contracting.

This isn’t just an event - it’s your roadmap to navigating the complexities of today’s contracting world. Join us for an empowering day of learning, connection, and progress toward a more sustainable future. 

Core themes to be addressed:

  • The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and Its Implications for Contracts
  • Tackling Modern Slavery Through Contracts
  • Supporting SMEs in Sustainability Journeys
  • Supply Chain Diversity and Inclusion: Contracts as a Catalyst for Change
  • Climate Action Through Contracts: Driving Carbon Reduction and Net-Zero Goals
  • Advancing ESG Compliance in the Face of Enhanced Disclosure Requirements
  • Human Rights, Labor Practices, and Ethical Contracting
  • Contract Language to Enable Circular Economy Goals
  • Collaboration for Sustainability: Partnerships Through Contracting
  • Embedding KPIs and Accountability for Sustainable and Inclusive Practices
  • Adapting Contracting Practices for Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
  • Digital Solutions for Sustainable Contracting
  • Sector-Specific Challenges and Innovations
  • Legal and Financial Risks
  • Supply Chain Resilience and Transparency
Your registration for this event entitles you to free guest membership to World Commerce & Contracting, allowing you access to some of the free resources we have on offer. Look out for an email from us with information on how to access your account. 

Registration Fees

All
Early Standard Late
$0.00

Agenda

View the full agenda here. 

Speakers

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