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Getting started with sustainable procurement
Sustainability takes time, but the main thing is to get started. Using TCO Certified is an effective way of taking the next step in social and environmental responsibility. We offer a complete tool, with criteria that challenge the IT industry, ready for use.
New guide helps you succeed with circular IT procurement
Our new guide How to procure IT products for the circular economy explains what to think about and offers practical tips from our experts.
Report Generator helps you measure the sustainability impact of IT products
With the introduction of Report Generator, you can track your progress and create tailored sustainability reports for certified products.
Don’t miss out! Top articles of 2023
Here are five of the most-read articles from 2023, about social and environmental sustainability in the IT sector.
Guide: how to procure IT products for the circular economy
This guide helps you make informed decisions when purchasing or renting IT products that are suitable for the circular economy.
Five ways of reducing the climate impact of your computer
The effects of climate change are being felt worldwide, with extreme weathers and damages to nature and people. We all need to do what we can to help protect the environment. While it’s well known
Purchaser insights: how a trustworthy ecolabel is designed
This article explains what it takes to develop a trustworthy ecolabel and presents three key questions that will help you.
Changes in EU legislation empower buyers to make more sustainable choices
The EU sustainability legislation is evolving, making it easier to make responsible choices of IT products. Here’s how to prepare for the upcoming changes.
First meeting in TCO Certified Purchaser Advisory Forum on 16 November
Join TCO Certified Purchaser Advisory Forum to connect with peers, discuss sustainability and IT and influence the development of TCO Certified.
All you need to know about social responsibility and IT
Learn about social sustainability in the IT product supply chain and why collaborative efforts are essential to protect workers' rights.
All you need to know about buying and using IT more sustainably
Find articles, links to course materials, webinars and other resources that will help you and your team take the next step on your sustainable IT journey.
Three ways to manage IT products in a circular way
For Circular Electronics Day on January 24: here are three ways to manage your IT products in a circular way and give them a longer life.
Five mistakes IT purchasers must avoid to increase sustainability impact
Here are five common mistakes purchasers should avoid to ensure that their IT tenders support sustainability goals.
Webinar on-demand: Getting started with sustainable IT – actions for procurement
Do you need help getting started with your sustainable procurement strategy? Join this webinar to learn more.
New release! Guide to sustainable IT purchasing with TCO Certified
A new guide helps organizations use TCO Certified to leverage their purchasing power and make responsible choices of IT products.
The importance of asking for the right proof of compliance
The easiest way is to include criteria from a sustainability certification and ask for a valid certificate to verify compliance.
How to use (the right) ecolabels to combat greenwashing
Sustainability certifications are one way to address greenwashing – but only if they are credible. Learn what you should look for.
