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Accelerating sustainability through industry-wide collaboration is changing how chemical companies approach procurement, carbon reduction, and risk management. Victoria Meyer welcomes Jennifer Jewson, Chief Procurement Officer at LyondellBasell and President of Together for Sustainability (TfS), alongside Danielle Warnock, Senior Manager at Nouryon and TFS Regional Lead, to discuss how strategic alliances like TfS are driving real progress on sustainable procurement across the chemical industry.
Victoria, Jennifer, and Danielle examine the foundations and impact of TFS: standardizing supplier engagement, launching shared audit platforms, and advancing product carbon footprint measurement to address complex Scope 3 emissions. The conversation covers how sustainable procurement is intertwining with business strategy, the challenges and realities of delivering on corporate sustainability promises, and how companies are equipping teams and the next generation of leaders to advance long-term change. Discover how collaborative platforms and disciplined governance are helping shape the future of chemicals, and why staying committed to sustainability is critical for competitiveness, growth, and continued license to operate.
Victoria, Jennifer, and Danielle discuss the following topics on this week’s episode:
- Together for Sustainability brings chemical companies together to advance sustainable procurement goals.
- Sustainable procurement explained: What it means and why it matters
- How TfS members use common platforms and audits to simplify supplier engagement and data exchange.
- Companies balance regulation, market shifts, and sustainability priorities to future-proof the industry.
- Passionate professionals and peer learning accelerate supply chain sustainability.
Killer Quote: “We do together what we cannot do alone.” — Jennifer Jewson, on the collaborative power of the Together for Sustainability alliance
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How TFS Is Transforming Sustainable Procurement Across Chemical Companies
Sustainability may be a buzzword, but in the chemical industry, it’s quickly becoming a business imperative. On this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer sits down with Jennifer Jewson (Chief Procurement Officer, LyondellBasell, and President of Together for Sustainability) and Danielle Warnock (Senior Manager of Global Carbon Business Strategy at Nouryon, and TFS Regional Lead) to unravel what Together for Sustainability (TFS) is all about—and why sustainable procurement matters more than ever.
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What Is TFS?
TFS is an industry alliance of more than 50 petrochemical companies coming together to tackle sustainability challenges across procurement and supply chains. Traditionally, chemical companies avoided engaging with competitors due to concerns about antitrust. As Jennifer explains, sustainability is the one topic where collaboration isn’t just possible—it’s essential.
By joining forces, TFS members collectively influence over $500 billion in annual spend. The group empowers companies to “do together what we cannot do alone.” This means sharing best practices, tools, and standards so the whole industry can progress.
Why Sustainable Procurement Matters
Sustainable procurement isn’t just about reducing greenhouse gas emissions—though that’s a huge part of it. It’s also about long-term thinking: weighing how decisions affect people, the planet, and profitability. As Danielle notes, it’s about building resilient supply chains, reducing risks, and growing ethically.
Procurement has a direct impact on Scope 3 emissions (those indirect emissions from the supply chain). Jennifer shares that for LyondellBasell, Scope 3 emissions account for as much as 78-80% of their footprint—underscoring why procurement is pivotal in reaching sustainability targets.
How TFS Works—and What Members Get
TFS operates as a member-driven initiative. Companies who join aren’t just adding a logo to their website; they’re expected to lean in and contribute. That means sharing expertise, participating in workstreams, and helping shape industry guidelines.
Practical support includes the TFS Academy, training modules to upskill teams, and an “ambassador program” to cascade learnings throughout organizations. TFS also offers shared audit processes, so suppliers only need to go through compliance checks once—instead of for every single customer. There’s a data exchange platform (Sea Green) for managing product carbon footprint data, making standardization much easier.
Ultimately, collaboration here means efficiency—and more effective action.
Navigating the Challenges
The path to sustainability isn’t always linear. Regulatory pressures, market cycles, and regional differences all add layers of complexity. But as both guests agree, the industry is playing a long game. Progress may be slowed by current market downturns or delayed projects, but sustainability is not going away. Over time, sustainable practices will become table stakes—just as clean air and water did decades ago.
Jennifer and Danielle stress that companies interested in joining TFS should come ready to participate actively. The strength of the alliance is in the passion and engagement of its member companies and their people.
Final Takeaways
Whether your organization is just starting the journey or deep in the weeds of sustainable procurement, TFS offers a space to learn, collaborate, and solve problems that no single company can tackle alone.
As Victoria Meyer sums up, the chemical industry’s commitment to sustainability is no longer about hype—it’s about continuous improvement, strategic discipline, and preparing for a future where responsible business is the standard.
For chemical industry professionals, this episode makes clear: sustainability is a collaborative journey, and Together for Sustainability is leading the way.
About Jennifer & Danielle:
Jennifer (Jen) Jewson
Jen is the Chief Procurement Officer for Lyondellbasell and is based at the US headquarters office in Houston, Texas. She is responsible for the procurement of Lyondellbasell’s requirements which includes but is not limited to Technical Materials and Services, Raw Materials, Corporate and IT Services and Industrial Gases. She is responsible for setting the contracting strategy for materials acquisition, leading the Sustainable Procurement initiative for Scope 3 emissions and developing a global operating model for best cost country procurement. Her scope also utilizes digital and IT tools for greater purchasing visibility and predictability. Jen is also the current President for Together for Sustainability, an organization of over 50 petrochemical companies that working together to create more sustainable supply chains for a greener planet.
Jen started out as a Chemist within R&D working on both catalyst design and product development. She was awarded 9 patents within her R&D tenure. She moved to Houston in 2003 where she has held various roles within the company within Business, Sales, Feedstocks and Mergers & Acquisitions. In 2015 she moved to Rotterdam to complete an expat assignment where she worked to globalize the Lead to Cash team within Supply Chain. She holds a B.S. and Ph.D. in Chemistry and an MBA in Finance.
Danielle Warnock
Danielle Warnock is a seasoned sustainability and strategy leader with a decade of experience in the chemicals and industrial gases sectors. As Sr. Manager of Global Carbon Business Strategy at Nouryon, she drives carbon reduction initiatives, and decarbonization efforts. Danielle chairs the North America workstream for Together for Sustainability, fostering industry collaboration and training. Her expertise spans Scope 1–3 emissions, sustainable procurement, and regulatory preparedness, with a strong track record of leadership, innovation, and is passionate about helping companies navigate complex supply chains toward meaningful climate impact.