The low uptake of green public procurement (GPP) in Poland often stems from the way it is approached. Many institutions assume that implementing GPP requires highly advanced solutions. In fact, success depends on understanding its mechanisms—“green” does not have to mean “more expensive.”
Many contracting authorities express willingness to apply environmental criteria but are unsure where to start and fear not achieving expected results. This session will demonstrate practical first steps and how to gradually build experience in applying GPP.
Participants will learn how to begin, develop competencies, and achieve tangible results. The training aims to provide practical knowledge on GPP and its role in climate policy and sustainable development. It will also show how to incorporate green criteria into standard procurement procedures.
The session will cover common challenges related to environmental criteria in tenders, ways to address potential issues, and best practices. It will also highlight the benefits of innovation-driven procurement and how public institutions can gradually adopt such approaches in their daily purchasing practices.
The training will be held in person and is addressed to MPWiK (Municipal Water Supply and Sewerage Company in the Capital City of Warsaw).
Registration: internal, only for Organization.