MEMA's Center for Sustainability's Sustainability Council held its inaugural meeting last month.
The meeting brought together OEM and aftermarket suppliers to tackle sustainability challenges, share best practices and drive industry solutions.
"The first meeting was an important step in advancing sustainability collaboration among vehicle suppliers," says Bryan Russell, senior director of MEMA's Center for Sustainability. "Our members are driving real progress in sustainability and the MEMA Sustainability Council provides a dedicated space to share insights, address industry concerns and develop solutions together."
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The meeting included a presentation by Manufacture 2030 in preparation for its annual survey and an introduction to Kellen Mahoney from Suppliers Partnership for the Environment, as well as an announcement of the two organizations' collaboration. It concluded with a quarterly customer spotlight from Fred Gersdorff, senior manager of socially responsible and sustainable supply chains at GM, who shared insights on their supply chain sustainability expectations.
The next Sustainability Council meeting will be May 6. MEMA members are encouraged to join the council and continue the conversation on sustainability initiatives, challenges and strategies in the industry.
