Relations with suppliers
Our supply chain is extensive and structured: it consists of over 4,000 active suppliers, 80% of which are SMEs. In 2025, the total value of procurement spending exceeded 1.2 billion euros, with 97% of the spending allocated to national suppliers.
We adopt a structured and responsible approach to managing relationships with suppliers, integrating ESG criteria into all stages of the procurement process: qualification, tendering, contract management and performance evaluation. The selection of suppliers is carried out through a rigorous qualification process that checks their adherence to our corporate values and compliance with standards in health, safety, human rights, anti-corruption and environmental protection. We also commit to supporting suppliers in the continuous improvement of their ESG profile, through awareness-raising initiatives, training, and risk monitoring. Their involvement is further strengthened by the inclusion of contractual clauses aimed at promoting sustainable practices and integrating sustainability criteria into the evaluation of their performance.
Over time, we have built solid and lasting relationships with our suppliers, capable of generating value not only in the short term but also in the long term. This approach ensures stability in the procurement process and stimulates growth for the company and the local territory. In particular, we pay great attention to local suppliers: 97% of spending is directed to national suppliers, with whom we establish long-term collaborations, also through multi-year contracts, in full compliance with the 231 Model and the Code of Ethics, thereby contributing to the economic development of the territories in which we operate.
Over time, we have built solid and lasting relationships with our suppliers, capable of generating value not only in the short term but also in the long term. This approach ensures stability in the procurement process and stimulates growth for the company and the local territory. In particular, we pay great attention to local suppliers: 97% of spending is directed to national suppliers, with whom we establish long-term collaborations, also through multi-year contracts, in full compliance with the 231 Model and the Code of Ethics, thereby contributing to the economic development of the territories in which we operate.
ESG Evaluation of Suppliers in the Qualification Process
In the supplier qualification process, we request information across all ESG areas, with a particular focus on:
We adopted a screening procedure and ESG risk assessment for our suppliers, which includes considerations related to country risk, company size and industry sector. With the aim of guiding the supplier through a process of improvement, we are committed to ensuring that the assessment is also an opportunity to raise the supplier’s awareness. For this reason, following the assessment, the supplier receives a summary report of their sustainability profile, which provides them with a benchmark of their ESG performance against industry peer, as well as references to the relevant thematic modules — identified as areas for improvement — available on the Sustainable Procurement Academy.
Over the course of the year, training workshops were conducted for our employees involved in procurement, focusing on the company’s ESG strategy, sustainability objectives, and the educational tools made available to SME suppliers (such as the Sustainable Procurement Academy).
- Adoption of sustainability goals and related reporting;
- Adoption of policies on Diversity & Inclusion and human rights;
- Evaluation of their suppliers based on sustainability criteria, calculation of GHG emissions, use of renewable energy, commitment to research and innovation and involvement in sustainability projects partnerships.
We adopted a screening procedure and ESG risk assessment for our suppliers, which includes considerations related to country risk, company size and industry sector. With the aim of guiding the supplier through a process of improvement, we are committed to ensuring that the assessment is also an opportunity to raise the supplier’s awareness. For this reason, following the assessment, the supplier receives a summary report of their sustainability profile, which provides them with a benchmark of their ESG performance against industry peer, as well as references to the relevant thematic modules — identified as areas for improvement — available on the Sustainable Procurement Academy.
Over the course of the year, training workshops were conducted for our employees involved in procurement, focusing on the company’s ESG strategy, sustainability objectives, and the educational tools made available to SME suppliers (such as the Sustainable Procurement Academy).
Sustainable Procurement Academy
The Sustainable Procurement Academy offers practical tools on key sustainability concepts and is structured in two main areas: thematic insights, with sections dedicated to topics such as environment, human rights, governance and regulations, and the Edison reality, which delves into corporate policies, the sustainable procurement process and the actors involved, as well as contributions from our management. The platform offers diverse training materials to accommodate various learning styles and provides a final certificate, recognizing suppliers' commitment to sustainability.
In 2025, continuing the journey launched in previous years, Edison organised the “Edison Sustainable Procurement Day” in Milan, an official event marking an important milestone one year after the launch of the Academy. The initiative involved approximately 180 partner suppliers and provided an opportunity to engage with them on the meaning of, and tools for implementing, a sustainable supply chain, as well as to recognise suppliers who completed the training programme through the presentation of participation certificates.
The initiative is part of a broader engagement pathway that, in previous years, had already led Edison to organise a roadshow across six Italian cities — Bari, Naples, Florence, Turin, Padua and Milan — involving more than 400 suppliers, buyers and company representatives overall. Through testimonials from experts and local entrepreneurs, these events have helped transform sustainability from a regulatory requirement into a concrete opportunity for growth and competitiveness for companies across the supply chain.
In 2025, continuing the journey launched in previous years, Edison organised the “Edison Sustainable Procurement Day” in Milan, an official event marking an important milestone one year after the launch of the Academy. The initiative involved approximately 180 partner suppliers and provided an opportunity to engage with them on the meaning of, and tools for implementing, a sustainable supply chain, as well as to recognise suppliers who completed the training programme through the presentation of participation certificates.
The initiative is part of a broader engagement pathway that, in previous years, had already led Edison to organise a roadshow across six Italian cities — Bari, Naples, Florence, Turin, Padua and Milan — involving more than 400 suppliers, buyers and company representatives overall. Through testimonials from experts and local entrepreneurs, these events have helped transform sustainability from a regulatory requirement into a concrete opportunity for growth and competitiveness for companies across the supply chain.
Suppliers that have completed the Sustainable Procurement Academy training program
External companies employees who received at least one hour of training and/or awareness-raising on health, safety, and environmental topics.
Management of supplier payment procedures
We rely on values of transparency and respect in our relationship with suppliers, with policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and fair practices throughout the value chain. We are committed to applying strict administrative procedures for supplier payments, avoiding delays that could compromise financial stability, especially for SMEs.