Sustainability Competencies

I understand what a product’s life cycle is — from raw materials to disposal or recycling

I can identify which stages of a product’s life cause the most environmental impact

I consider the full life cycle when thinking about how to make a product or process more sustainable

I understand how reusing or recycling materials can reduce waste

I can explain why life cycle thinking is important in sustainable supply chain management

I know what a carbon footprint is and how it measures greenhouse gas emissions

I can describe why measuring emissions is important for supply chains

I understand how companies can use data to reduce their carbon footprint

I am aware of how logistics and transportation decisions affect emissions

I believe that tracking and reporting emissions makes companies more responsible and competitive

I know what a sustainability report is and what kind of information it includes

I can explain how sustainability reporting builds trust with stakeholders

I understand that reporting helps companies track progress toward sustainability goals

I believe companies should be transparent about their environmental and social performance

I am interested in learning how to evaluate or write a sustainability report

I can work effectively with others to reach sustainability goals

I believe collaboration across companies is key to achieving sustainable outcomes

I can communicate sustainability ideas clearly to people from different backgrounds

I show empathy and respect when discussing social and environmental issues

I am confident in engaging with partners, suppliers, or communities about sustainability projects