2022-23 Departmental Results Report
Reporting on Green Procurement
This supplementary information table supports reporting on green procurement activities in accordance with the Policy on Green Procurement.
Context
The Policy on Green Procurement supports the Government of Canada’s effort to promote environmental stewardship. In keeping with the objectives of the policy, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) supports sustainable development by integrating environmental performance considerations into the procurement decision making process through the actions described in the 2019 to 2022 FSDS “Greening Government” goal.
DFO is bound by the Federal Sustainable Development Act but did not develop an optional 2022-23 DSDS Report. Instead, to comply with the reporting requirements under the Policy on Green Procurement for 2022 to 2023, the Reporting on Green Procurement supplementary information table was prepared and listed in the 2022-23 Departmental Results Report.
Commitments
| FSDS target(s) | FSDS contributing action(s) | Corresponding departmental action(s) | Starting point(s) Performance indicator(s) Target(s) |
Results achieved | Contribution by each departmental result to the FSDS goal and target |
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| Actions supporting the Greening Government goal and the Policy on Green Procurement | Departments will use environmental criteria to reduce the environmental impact and ensure best value in government procurement decisions | Ensure key officials include contribution to and support for the Policy on Green Procurement objectives in their performance evaluations. | Percentage of managers and functional heads of procurement and materiel management whose performance evaluation includes support and contribution towards green procurement | 100% of functional heads of procurement and materiel management had a green procurement component in their performance evaluation in 2022-23. | This action contributes to the FSDS by helping drive accountability and motivation among key officials to actively promote and implement sustainable development practices. This ensures that sustainability becomes an integral part of decision-making processes, guiding officials to consider environmental factors when making procurement choices. Ultimately, this practice reinforces a culture of sustainability and helps drive the Greening Government goal forward. Sustainable Development Goal (SDG): 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production (12.7) |
| Departments will adopt clean technology and undertake clean technology demonstration projects | The Department will lead by example through the early adoption of clean technology innovations. DFO has numerous renewable energy projects that are operational (e.g., Canadian Coast Guard College has multiple solar flowers as demonstration projects). The Department will look to identify additional opportunities for renewable energy implementation, and continue to identify alternative procurement options prioritizing efficiency and energy savings. Implement projects associated with the Greening Government Fund:
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Number of clean energy projects completed in 2022-23 | There were 3 clean energy projects completed in 2022-23:
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This action contributes to the FSDS by actively seeking out renewable energy opportunities, reducing the Department’s reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. This can involve initiatives such as installing solar panels, wind turbines, or utilizing alternative systems to power buildings. By prioritizing efficiency and energy savings in procurement decisions, the Department can ensure that projects are energy-efficient and have minimal environmental impact throughout their lifecycle. This approach promotes sustainable resource management, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and demonstrates leadership in adopting environmentally friendly practices. SDG: 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production (12.2; 12.7) Green procurement incorporates environmental considerations into purchasing decisions and is expected to motivate suppliers to reduce the environmental impact of the goods and services they deliver, and their supply chains. |
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| Support for green procurement will be strengthened, including guidance, tools and training for public service employees | Ensure decisions makers, materiel management and specialists in procurement have the necessary training and awareness to support green procurement. | Percentage of specialists in procurement and materiel management who have completed training on green procurement. | 77% of specialists in procurement and materiel management have completed training on green procurement. It is a mandatory course for all new procurement and material management specialists. |
This action contributes to the FSDS by providing Departmental employees with the knowledge and skills required to understand and implement green procurement principles effectively. They become equipped to make informed decisions that prioritize sustainability, considering the environmental impacts of their procurement choices. By fostering awareness and expertise in green procurement, sustainability considerations can be effectively incorporated into the procurement process, leading to the adoption of environmentally friendly products and services. SDG: 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production (12.7) Green procurement incorporates environmental considerations into purchasing decisions and is expected to motivate suppliers to green their goods, services and supply chain. |
Report on integrating sustainable development
DFO will continue to ensure that its decision making process includes consideration of FSDS goals and targets through its strategic environmental assessment (SEA) process. An SEA for a policy, plan or program proposal includes an analysis of the impacts of the proposal on the environment, including on relevant FSDS goals and targets.
Public statements on the results of DFO’s assessments are made public when an initiative has undergone a detailed SEA. The purpose of the public statement is to demonstrate that the environmental effects, including the impacts on achieving the FSDS goals and targets, of the approved policy, plan or program have been considered during proposal development and decision making.
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