Green Supply Chain Optimization, Circular Economy Models & Sustainable Value Chain Strategy
Venue: Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi-Kenya
Date: 1st - 6th June 2026
Cost: Kshs. 86,000 / USD 850
CPD points: 10
Overview
Lead the transition to sustainable supply chains with this program on green supply chain optimization, circular economy models, and sustainable value chain strategy. Participants will learn to integrate environmental considerations into supply chain decisions, design circular economy approaches that minimize waste, and build sustainable value chains that meet stakeholder expectations. The curriculum covers carbon footprint reduction, sustainable sourcing, reverse logistics, and circular business models. Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will develop the skills to create supply chains that are both environmentally responsible and economically viable. This program is essential for supply chain, sustainability, and operations leaders.
Objectives
- Assess the environmental impact of supply chain activities
- Develop strategies to reduce carbon footprint (transport, energy, packaging)
- Implement sustainable sourcing and supplier selection criteria
- Design circular economy models (reduce, reuse, recycle, recover)
- Establish reverse logistics for product returns and end‑of‑life management
- Engage suppliers and partners in sustainability initiatives
- Measure and report on supply chain sustainability performance
- Navigate regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 14001, science‑based targets)
- Build a business case for green supply chain investments
Target Audience
- Supply chain and logistics managers
- Sustainability and CSR professionals
- Procurement and sourcing leaders
- Operations and manufacturing executives
- Product designers and innovators
- Consultants in sustainable supply chain
- Anyone involved in value chain management
Methodology
- Carbon footprint calculation workshops
- Circular economy design thinking sessions
- Sustainable sourcing case studies
- Reverse logistics simulations
- Stakeholder engagement planning
- Peer sharing of sustainability initiatives
- Action planning for green supply chain projects
