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It has been one year since the launch of the 𝐂𝐅𝐈𝐓 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, a versatile guide for circular and fair ICT procurement. Diverging from a one-size-fits-all approach, this framework empowers CFIT participants to align their strategies with specific national and organizational priorities.

The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat joins CFIT as a coordinating and procuring participant, aligning with the Government of Canada's commitment to environmental responsibility and modernized service delivery, fostering international collaboration to advance sustainable IT practices and contribute to the global dialogue on green procurement.

The Global Electronics Council (GEC) has joined CFIT as a supporting organization, bringing its deep understanding of the electronics value chain, sustainability impacts of ICT products, and procurement expertise to actively contribute to collective efforts in fostering sustainability within the industry.

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) engages in promoting sustainable ICT practices, expressing intent to join the Circular and Fair ICT Pact.

It will not have escaped anyone’s attention – the COP28 is in full swing. Most of us will agree that in order to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time, we all need to act. Circular and Fair ICT Pact (CFIT) participants are  pleased to have been able to share their approach during a round table on “Low Carbon and Energy Efficient Procurement used as a tool for Paris Agreement Implementation”. This Round Table was hosted by UNEP and part of the “Climate Law and Governance Day 2023” on December 5^th.

Slovenia signs Circular and Fair ICT Pact at COP28 climate conference in Dubai, amplifying global efforts for sustainable ICT practices.

Partenariat des Achats Informatiques Romands (PAIR) from Switzerland has officially joined the Circular and Fair ICT Pact (CFIT) as a procuring organization

Electronics Watch joins CFIT as a supporting organization, enhancing sustainable procurement efforts in the ICT sector with a focus on improving working conditions and transparency.

Examples that illustrate the CFIT framework for circular and fair ICT procurement