Ethical Supply Chains Initiative
The Ethical Supply Chains Initiative focuses on promoting human rights and environmental sustainability throughout the technology supply chain. We investigate issues such as mineral sourcing, labor practices, and manufacturing impacts, advocating for greater transparency and accountability.
Our Research Areas
Mineral Sourcing & Conflict Minerals
Analyzing the ethical implications of sourcing raw materials like cobalt and rare earth elements, particularly from conflict-affected and high-risk areas.
Labor Practices in Manufacturing
Investigating working conditions, fair wages, and human rights abuses in electronics manufacturing facilities globally.
Environmental Impacts of Production
Examining pollution, resource depletion, and waste generation throughout the technology production lifecycle.
Supply Chain Transparency
Developing methodologies and advocating for greater transparency and traceability in complex global supply chains.
Key Initiatives
Conflict-Free Minerals Audit
A monitoring and reporting initiative assessing technology companies' efforts to source conflict-free minerals.
Fair Labor in Tech Coalition
A multi-stakeholder platform bringing together companies, labor unions, and civil society to improve labor standards in tech manufacturing.
Supply Chain Mapping Project
Utilizing data analytics and open-source intelligence to map complex technology supply chains and identify risk areas.
Responsible Sourcing Standards
Developing and promoting industry standards and certifications for ethical and sustainable sourcing of materials.
Get Involved
Join us in advocating for more ethical and sustainable technology supply chains.
- Participate in the Conflict-Free Minerals Audit
- Contribute to the Fair Labor in Tech Coalition
- Support our supply chain mapping research
- Attend our workshops on responsible sourcing