What is the "Sustainable Procurement Code"?
Overview
Consume and contribute to the environment!
SDGs
food items that also focus on the production and shipping environment.
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01Rules for a
Sustainable ExpoSustainable is an adjective meaning "capable of sustaining" or "maintainable". Today, the term is used in the context of a globally shared goal of protecting the global environment, caring for human rights and the labor environment, and aiming for an affluent society and economy. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are to achieve a sustainable society. At the 2025 Expo, which has a large impact on society, strives to operate sustainably, and the "Sustainable Procurement Code" (hereinafter referred to as the "Procurement Code") is established as a set of rules for the procurement process of goods and services. The ultimate goal is to ensure that sustainable procurement processes continue to spread even after the 2025 Expo.
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02Environmentally Friendly
Procurement Process Ensures
a Sustainable Production SystemPurchasing qualified products directly contributes to supporting the efforts of producers. Positive synergistic effects can be expected from contributing to environmental conservation and maintaining appropriate working conditions, which also improves the social image of the restaurant and the company.
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03Rice, Vegetables, Fruits...
The Lineups of Various
Food ItemsIn this database, products with certifications such as Organic JAS, GGAP/JGAP, MEL (Marine Eco-Label), and Sustainable Food Systems, “MIDORI” can be viewed in the "List of Qualified Products.
For a Better Future
The Procurement Code first appeared at the 2015 Expo in Milan, when the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) were adopted by the United Nations.
As of 2023, there is a growing global movement in favor of
sustainable choices.
Selecting and supporting goods and services that conform to the Procurement Code
is the first step for businesses and for future development.
Check out the types of products that are available!
Look for this mark!
Various Initiatives by Producers
Here are some producers who are working on initiatives
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01Utilizing Solar Energy
for Agriculture"Smart agriculture" utilizing robot technology and ICT is spreading in Osaka Prefecture. For example, "automatic open/close controllers" have been installed in greenhouses to automate temperature and humidity control. Automatically adjusting the temperature and humidity in the greenhouses appropriately will reduce the usage of heaters, resulting in CO2 emission reductions. In addition, some young farmers are further saving energy by using solar power for this electricity.
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02Preventing Pests with the Power of Nature
Environmentally and People-friendly AgricultureNo use of artificial chemical pesticides, and pest control measures are being developed that utilize the power of nature. One example is the method of introducing organisms that serve as natural enemies of pests. By reducing the number of times chemical pesticides are used, not only is the impact on the environment reduced, but the physical burden on the producer is also reduced. In addition, making use of harmless organisms other than pests also helps to preserve biodiversity.
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03Connecting the Future of Agriculture and Welfare
"Nofuku (Agriculture and Welfare Cooperation)" for a Heartful AgricultureHeartful Agriculture is an initiative to help people with disabilities participate in society with confidence and a sense of fulfillment by enabling them to play an active role in the agricultural sector. It not only creates opportunities for people with disabilities to work and find fulfillment in life but may also help to secure human resources in the agricultural sector, which is facing a shortage of workers and an aging population. In Osaka Prefecture, various forms of agricultural and welfare cooperation are recognized as "Heartful Agriculture."
Flow of Negotiations
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1Find products
you are interested in
First, please find the product you like from the "List of Qualified Products" page.
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2Contact the producer
or distributor
Check the details on the producer of the product you are interested in or the "Search for Processing / Distribution Companies" page.
Contact the producer/distributor directly by phone, fax, e-mail, or website to discuss which product you want, when you want it, and in what quantity. -
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3Purchase the products
It is possible to purchase products on a trial basis first, and then consider full-scale. Please consult with the producers or distributors to discuss it further.
＜Contact Information＞
Regarding this website, please contact
Osaka Prefecture, Environment, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Department
Osaka Product Promotion
Group, Brand Strategy Promotion Division
phone | 06-6210-9605 fax | 06-6210-9604
email |
ryutsutaisaku-g05@gbox.pref.osaka.lg.jp
Environmentally Friendly Procurement Process
Fair and
Honest Transactions for Producers
Consideration for Waste Reduction