Green Procurement Playbook 2025

Ørsted – using data and digital tools to drive sustainable procurement Case study 7 Ørsted, a global renewable energy leader with a strong focus on building offshore wind turbines, has embedded sustainability into procurement. From supplier transparency and risk screening to digital workflows and scenario modelling, procurement plays a central role in delivering Ørsted’s 2040 net-zero goals, with a focus on data integrity, technology integration and performance tracking. How? –Standardizing supplier data and disclosures: Ørsted partnered with CDP (a global non-profit organization monitoring disclosure) to require emissions reporting from key suppliers, achieving 90%+ coverage. It also conducts asset-level lifecycle assessments for each offshore wind project, enabling precise emissions tracking and transparent external reporting. –Embedding sustainability in performance management: The company tracks supplier compliance, conducts risk-based assessments and enforces improvement plans. –Digitizing procurement systems and workflows: Ørsted’s supplier portal manages onboarding, tendering and performance tracking. The system flags high-risk suppliers, triggers assessment workflows and integrates data directly into sourcing processes. –Using analytics to inform decisions: Procurement models scenarios to guide sourcing choices, such as between transport routes or material options. These insights inform category strategies and feed into climate-risk assessments. Impact Ørsted’s data-driven procurement model ensures supplier performance is monitored, improved and aligned with corporate climate goals. With clear targets, verified data and fully digital workflows, procurement has become a key driver of decarbonization. Green Procurement Playbook: The CPO’s Guide to Delivering Value for Business and Planet 44