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Now is the time for collaboration to take center stage . It is a shared challenge and a global one
continuing to exchange information with our vendors , many of whom are interested in implementing similar systems , to ensure there is as much consistency as possible across the supply chain .
Vendor collaboration
Another new initiative that is paving the way for greater transparency , is cross-functional workshops with our vendors , covering everything from how to reduce the CO 2 emissions of manufacturing processes to
sourcing alternative materials , technologies , and components for more sustainable , highefficiency designs . For example , we recently changed a copper cathode we had been using for many years for a different version , which is built in a more sustainable way , reducing CO 2 emissions throughout the whole manufacturing process . In addition , we are encouraging our vendors to work with their vendors to expand this approach across the entire value chain .
Crucially , this effort is being bolstered
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