Why responsibility matters
As Renewable Energy (RE) procurement complexity rises, embedding responsibility is central to managing risks and protecting ESG credibility.
RE buyers can no longer be only passive consumers of clean power, but rather active market shapers influencing how projects are developed.
The Toolkit
Developed under the Responsible Energy Initiative (REI), this toolkit supports buyers in defining and operationalising responsible procurement.
By adopting responsibility in procurement decision-making, buyers can integrate pathways to navigate social and environmental risks and build long-term energy resilience.
The toolkit defines four levels of buyer ambition and provides a structured, practical approach.
The toolkit combines three practical components
Guidebook
An accompanying text for understanding and effectively applying the toolkit. Learn more about the Responsible Energy Initiative and the thematic areas covered in this toolkit.
Compass
An interactive platform for RE buyers to navigate responsible procurement.
Reflect on your current approach, set your ambition, and navigate a path to more responsible procurement.
Action List
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A collated list of activities across themes, ambition levels, and procurement stages.
Take practical steps to embed responsible renewable energy procurement at every stage, from planning through to evaluation.
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Partners
Our REI partners, particularly Mahindra, Suzlon, Tata Motors, IKEA, Flipkart, and Ashok Leyland, provided valuable time, insights, and feedback during the development of this toolkit.
We also appreciate the input and timely guidance from expert partners of the Responsible Energy Initiative, including Landesa, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) and Business & Human Rights Resource Centre.