October 14, 2024
Discover how the U.S. government’s increasing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards is transforming federal procurement practices. This whitepaper explores the integration of ESG objectives into the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), highlighting the importance of sustainability, climate risk, and responsible supply chains for federal contractors.
Develop a Robust ESG Strategy
- Learn about FAR regulations promoting energy efficiency, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and sustainable procurement, aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ISO standards.
- Understand the FAR rules ensuring fair labor practices, equal employment opportunities, and combating human trafficking, mapped to relevant SDGs and ISO standards.
- Explore the FAR sections regulating ethical business practices, conflicts of interest, and contractor responsibility, aligned with SDGs and ISO standards.
Example FAR Rules categorized into ESG Segments
The Road to Sustainability: Linking FAR Compliance with ESG and SDG Goals provides practical examples of cross-mapping FAR rules to SDGs and ISO standards, helping organizations develop a robust ESG strategy and achieve compliance with FAR.