Sustainable Procurement Practices in the Middle East

Sustainable procurement is no longer a nice-to-have for GCC businesses — it is becoming a requirement. Regulatory frameworks, investor expectations, and client RFP criteria are all moving in the same direction.

ESG in Procurement

Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria are increasingly embedded in how large GCC organisations evaluate their supply chains. This affects supplier qualification, contract terms, and reporting obligations.

Practical Starting Points

Begin with your highest-spend categories and map the environmental footprint of your current supply base. Identify suppliers who have third-party environmental certifications and prioritise them in future sourcing decisions.