Partnering with Manutan: a trusted ally in decarbonising your procurement
As part of its CSR strategy, the Manutan Group is committed to driving a more responsible business model. This ambition includes supporting its corporate and public-sector clients on their decarbonisation journey through a comprehensive range of products and services. The European leader in B2B e-commerce outlines its four-step approach to help organisations reduce their scope 3 emissions — where the greatest impact lies.
Why scope 3 emissions matter
Scope 3 covers the indirect emissions linked to a company’s activities, originating from sources it neither owns nor directly controls. This includes purchased products and services, goods transport, and the end-of-life of sold products, among others.
According to the Global Climate Initiative, scope 3 typically accounts for 50% to 90% of a company’s greenhouse gas emissions — in other words, the majority of its carbon footprint. As a responsible distributor, the Manutan Group aims to help organisations reduce their scope 3 impact by giving them the tools to initiate, structure, and implement an effective decarbonisation strategy.
Four steps to accelerate scope 3 decarbonisation
Manutan recommends four simple, practical levers to help companies and public bodies significantly reduce their scope 3 emissions.
1. Partner with the right organisation
The first step is to choose a committed partner — one that fully understands its supply chain and aligns with leading standards, backed by strong certifications and clear pledges.
Manutan’s climate trajectory has recently been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In addition, nearly all of its subsidiaries hold environmental and/or CSR certifications (ISO 14001, HQE, EMAS, EcoVadis, Engagé RSE, etc.).
2. Choose lower-impact products
Selecting more responsible products — by defining clear purchasing criteria — is an immediate lever for reducing your carbon footprint.
To support this, Manutan offers a broad and tailored range:
- Nearly 100,000 eco-responsible products*
- A comprehensive selection of second-hand products
- 70%+ of products manufactured in Europe
- 30,000+ items with an Environmental Impact Score
3. Measure to manage
To decarbonise procurement effectively, measuring impact is essential: it enables you to set goals, track progress, and commit to continuous improvement.
Manutan supports its clients with:
- Personalised reports on responsible purchasing
- Assessments showing CO₂ emissions avoided when choosing second-hand products or refurbishment services
- Its Product Environmental Impact Score, which evaluates 16 environmental indicators — including carbon impact — using a methodology assessed by Bureau Veritas
4. Embrace circular solutions
Manutan firmly believes in the power of the circular economy to reduce carbon emissions without compromising economic performance. This means rethinking usage and considering the entire lifecycle of products, including their end-of-life.
To facilitate this, Manutan has developed:
- Savin’side®, its proprietary method for optimising purchasing strategies
- Collection and refurbishment services for professional furniture and electronic equipment
- A wide range of refurbished products that extend product lifespan
With Manutan, transitioning to a low-carbon future becomes straightforward, transparent, and tangible. Clients gain clear insights, make informed choices, track their progress, and embrace circularity. This reflects the essence of Manutan’s mission: entreprising for a better World.
*Products featuring a recognised environmental label and/or made with at least 25% recycled material and/or second-hand.