The EPEAT® ecolabel has been a vital signal in the technology market for nearly 20 years, aligning purchasers, electronics brands, and other stakeholders on a shared definition of what it means for a product to be “sustainable”. This definition has evolved after a multi-year, multi-stakeholder effort to revise the EPEAT Criteria, creating a new benchmark to meet growing market expectations and advancements. With over 40% of the updated EPEAT criteria extending into the supply chain, suppliers play a key role in helping manufacturers achieve the EPEAT Bronze, and act as strategic partners in achieving Silver and Gold.
The Supplier Engagement Program (SEP) is a global learning and support platform designed for suppliers of EPEAT Participating Manufacturers across the electronics value chain. The program offers access to a comprehensive e-learning system, practical implementation resources and, exclusive virtual events.
What does the program include?
Learning Academy
Tailored presentations, video modules, and downloadable resources curated to help suppliers confidently navigate and apply the EPEAT criteria to their supply chain practices.
Implementation Resources
Guidance documents, tools and templates to efficiently implement and report on EPEAT Criteria.
Exclusive Events
Insider access to webinars, hands-on workshops, and regional seminars where you’ll connect directly with GEC experts and industry leaders.
Recognition
Recognition as a Participating Supplier for EPEAT Participating manufacturers. The program provides avenues for recognition and visibility for suppliers who are actively driving progress towards a more sustainable supply chain.
Who can sign up?
This e-learning platform is primarily designed for suppliers of EPEAT Participating Manufacturers. For suppliers that sign up, an account in the name of the company will be registered on the program portal.
Benefits of Supplier Engagement Program
Capability
- Develop the capability of your organization and staff on key sustainability topics
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the EPEAT criteria and how they apply to the suppliers of Participating manufacturers
Efficiency
- Simplify and optimize the implementation of EPEAT Criteria within your organization
- Advance your ability to support your customers in meeting required and optional EPEAT criteria
- Streamline EPEAT related reporting to your customers
Recognition
- Have your organization recognized as a participant in the Supplier Engagement Program
- Expand your customer base. By aligning operations with the EPEAT Criteria, suppliers can better support their customers in meeting both required and optional sustainability criteria.
What's included with the subscription?
- Year long access for 5 trainee seats and an administration seat for reporting purposes. If your company is interested in more trainee seats we invite you to contact us as sep@gec.org.
- Access to the EPEAT Supplier Engagement Program Learning Management System which includes in-depth courses, documentations, certifications, and more.
- Continuous access to updates of new EPEAT content, including conformity materials, training sessions, webinars, and more!
How much does it cost?
An annual subscription to the learning platform costs US$ 2,500 per 5 user accounts. Payments can be made with credit card. For other payment options, contact us at supplier@gec.org
Coming June 2nd, 2025!
