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Organizations
Below is a list of organizations that are involved in the value chain and logistics along with environmental concerns. American Purchasing Society http://www.american-purchasing.com/ The American Purchasing Society is an organization of buyers, purchasing managers, executives, and others interested in the purchasing profession. Association of Operations Management http://www.apics.org/default.htm The Association for Operations Management, APICS builds operations management excellence in individuals and enterprises through superior education and training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals. APICS is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. BPMInstitute.org http://www.bpminstitute.org/ BPMinstitute.org is a peer-to-peer exchange for business process management professionals and is hosted by BrainStorm Group, a trusted source of unbiased information and education on BPM, Workflow and Integration related issues since 1997. Business for Social Responsibility http://www.bsr.org/ A leader in corporate responsibility since 1992, Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) works with its global network of more than 250 member companies to develop sustainable business strategies and solutions through consulting, research, and cross-sector collaboration. Carbon Disclosure Project Corporate Supply Chain http://www.cdproject.net/corporate-supply-chain.asp Initiated in 2007, the CDP Corporate Supply Chain Program represents an integral aspect of the Carbon Discloure Project's drive to promote management of greenhouse gases wthin industry. It widens CDP's focus to encompass the emssions resulting from a company's supply chain and the risks and opportunities in relation to climate change. Carbon Trust www.carbontrust.co.uk The Carbon Trust's mission is to accelerate the move to a low carbon economy by working with organisations to reduce carbon emissions and develop commercial low carbon technologies. Carbonfund.org http://carbonfund.org/ Carbonfund.org is leading the fight against global climate change, making it easy and affordable for any individual, business or organization to eliminate their carbon footprint and hastening the transformation to a clean energy future. Carbonfund.org achieves its goals through: climate change education, carbon offsets and reductions and public outreach. Ceres http://www.ceres.org/ Ceres is a national network of investors, environmental organizations and other public interest groups working with companies and investors to address sustainability challenges such as global climate change. CII Institute of Logistics http://ciilogistics.com/index.htm The CII Institute of Logistics was established in 2004 by the Confederation of Indian Industry as a center of excellence in logistics and supply chain management. ClimateCare.org http://www.climatecare.org/ ClimateCare helps individuals and buisnesses reduce their carbon footprint through transparent projects in renewables and energy efficiency. ClimateCounts.org http://www.climatecounts.org/ Climate Counts is a collaborative effort to bring consumers and companies together in the fight against global climate change. We are a nonprofit organization funded by Stonyfield Farm, Inc. and launched in collaboration with Clean Air-Cool Planet. Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals http://cscmp.org/ The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals is the preeminent worldwide professional association of supply chain management professionals. Its mission is to lead the evolving supply chain management profession by developing, advancing and disseminating supply chain knowledge and research. Distribution Management Association http://www.dcenter.com/ The Distribution Business Management Association is dedicated to providing educational forums and knowledge between business and academia that seek possible solutions to issues and promotes education in business areas such as supply chain and logistics. Eco Forum http://www.eco-forum.org/ The European ECO Forum (ECO Forum) is ad hoc Coalition of environmental citizens' organisations (ECOs) and other NGOs acting in the UNECE region and primarily focusing on the "Environment for Europe" (EfE) Ministerial process. EIATRACK http://www.eiatrack.org/ A service of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), EIATRACK is an online tool for quickly and cost-effectively navigating the maze of environmental regulations and legislation in every country. Energy and Climate Team of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development www.wbcsd.org/ The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) is a CEO-led, global association of some 200 companies dealing exclusively with business and sustainable development. The Council provides a platform for companies to explore sustainable development, share knowledge, experiences and best practices, and to advocate business positions on these issues in a variety of forums, working with governments, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations. EPA SmartWay Transport Program http://www.epa.gov/smartway/ Launced by the EPA in 2004, SmartWay helps companies identify products and services that reduce transportation-related emissions. The program signifies a partnership among government, business and consumers to protect our environment, reduce fuel consumption and improve air quality for future generations. Eye for Transport http://www.eyefortransport.com/ Founded in 1998 eyefortransport is the only global conference organizer dedicated solely to the transport, logistics and supply chain arena. Global Supply Chain Management Initiative http://www.krannert.purdue.edu/departments/gscmi/ The Global Supply Chain Management Initiative gives current and future managers the opportunity to be on the forefront of emerging ideas and technologies that promise to provide a differentiating advantage to businesses in the future. Green Logistics http://www.greenlogistics.org/PageView.aspx?id=97 This research programme will examine a range of ways of reducing its environmental impact, many of which will also cut the cost of distribution. It will begin by reviewing previous research on this subject in the UK and other countries. It will also try to forecast how much worse the environmental effects of logistics will become if nothing new is done to address the problem. The main part of the project will comprise a series of separate, but inter-linked, modules focusing on measures that companies can adopt to make their logistical operations more 'green'. Green Suppliers Network https://www.greensuppliers.gov/gsn/home.gsn By partnering with the Green Suppliers Network, you will learn lean manufacturing techniques coupled with sound environmental strategies, which we call the Lean and Clean Advantage. Greenhouse Gas Protocol http://www.ghgprotocol.org/about-ghgp The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) is the most widely used international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify, and manage greenhouse gas emissions. A decade-long partnership between the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), the GHG Protocol is working with businesses, governments, and environmental groups around the world to build a new generation of credible and effective programs for tackling climate change. Greenopia http://www.greenopia.com/USA/ Greenopia provides consumers with the means to make daily decisions that reduce their impact on the environment. Through our green business directories, product directories, community, news articles, blogs, and tips, we provide the information that is necessary to lead a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Greenopolis http://greenopolis.com/ Greenopolis is a social networking site that develops online relations between everyday people, communities, organizations, schools and businesses. As an environmentally-focused social networking site, Greenopolis was created to engage users on green issues so that they might learn, explore and participate in an open dialogue about the present and future of our environment. Institute for Supply Management http://www.ism.ws/ Founded in 1915, the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) is the largest supply management association in the world as well as one of the most respected. ISM's mission is to lead the supply management profession through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, and education. ISM's membership base includes more than 40,000 supply management professionals with a network of domestic and international affiliated associations. ISM is a not-for-profit association that provides opportunities for the promotion of the profession and the expansion of professional skills and knowledge. Institute of Management and Administration http://www.ioma.com/ For over 20 years, IOMA has been an independent source of exclusive business management information for experienced senior and middle management professionals. IOMA is the acknowledged leader in providing both strategic and tactical information to Supply Chain managers, and the first publisher to recognize the breadth, depth and interconnectedness of multiple supply chain issues. International Council on Clean Transportation www.theicct.org The goal of the International Council on Clean Transportation is to dramatically improve the environmental performance and efficiency of cars, trucks, buses and transportation systems in order to protect and improve public health, the environment and quality of life. The Council is made up of regulators and experts from leading auto markets aroudn the world, who participate as individuals based on their experience with air quality and transportation issues International Society of Sustainability Professionals http://sustainabilityprofessionals.org/ ISSP offers professionals interested in sustainability the latest Internet tools to provide better service and reduce environmental impacts. International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) http://www.iwla.com/ The IWLA is a trade association comprised of 620 member warehouse logistics providers and industry suppliers, helping them to run high-quality, profitable businesses. IWLA focuses on the warehouse logistics business, providing ideas, government affairs programming, world-class educational events and timely industry information that make it easier for member companies to succeed. Material Handling Industry of America http://www.mhia.org The Material Handline Industry of America is the leading non-profit trade association representing the U.S. material handling and logistics industry--the industry that makes the supply chain work. National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council http://www.nasstrac.org/ The National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council, NASSTRAC has been providing education, advocacy, best practices, connections and solutions for shippers and carriers since 1952. Reverse Logistics Association http://www.reverselogisticstrends.com/ A trade association focused on Third Party Service Providers to whom OEMs, ODMs Branded and Retail companies outsource. The Reverse Logistics Association monitors t housands of 3PSPs worldwide who are providing Aftermarket Supply Chain services, while supporting outsourcing needs of OEM, ODM, Branded and Retail Companies. Society of Manufacturing Engineers www.sme.org The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is the world's leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing practitioners annually. Shared Services & Outsourcing Network http://www.ssonetwork.com/about.aspx The Shared Service & Outsourcing Network (SSON) is a growing community of over 7,000 global members. Established in the late nineties, SSON was set up to enable industry professionals to share information, ideas and best practice solutions for how to improve business processes. Supply Chain Council http://www.supply-chain.org/ The Supply-Chain Council is a global non-profit consortium whose methodology, diagnostic and bechmarking tools help nearly a thousand organizations make dramatic and rapid improvements in supply chain processes. Supply Chain & Logistics Association Canada http://www.sclcanada.org/index.php?id=200 SCL strives to serve their members by advancing the logistics and suppy chain in Canada t hrough communication and networking, education and training, and knowledge and leadership. Technology Forecasters, Inc. http://www.techforecasters.com/ Founded in 1987, Technology Forecasters Inc. is a leading consulting and research firm specializing in manufacturing and environmental strategies for the global electronics manufacturing industry. TFI's team of 15 highly experienced analysts and consultants assist mid-sized and some of the world's largest high-tech companies with their most complex and demanding challenges for outsourcing, supply-chain, and profitable environmental compliance and leadership. The International Society of Logistics http://sole.org/ The International Society of Logistics is a non-profit international professional society composed of individuals organized to enhance the art and science of logistics technology, education and management. US Communities Going Green Program http://www.gogreencommunities.org/Default.aspx U.S. Communities Going Green Program is the one-stop source for public agency access to a broad line of responsible purchasing products, services and resources. In addition to our comprehensive contracts that offer eco-friendly products, agencies will find a wealth of valuable information and resources that will help lower your environmental impact within your community and will assist you in making educated decisions about the products your agency purchases. World Resources Institute http://www.wri.org/ The World Resource Institute is an environmental think tank that goes beyong research to find practical ways to protect the earth and improve people's lives. Warehouse Education and Research Council (WERC) https://www.werc.org/Default.aspx WERC's 3,700 members are logistics, distribution and warehouse professionals who lead, direct, manage and support the efficient flow of information, materials and finished goods throughout the supply chain. WERC supports the professional development of their members and the logistics community at large by providing quality learning experiences, networking opportunities and easy access to information. Copyright 2010 BPM Forum. All rights reserved.
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