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GPP Community of Practice- IGBC/ Ireland

Towards Green Procurement: Unpacking Ireland’s New National Strategy and Circular 17/2025 – Spotlight on SMEs

Join us for an exclusive, expert-led session featuring key voices from the Office of Government Procurement (OGP) as we delve into Ireland’s new National Public Procurement Strategy and Circular 17/2025.

This highly anticipated event is your opportunity to understand how Ireland is shaping a more transparent, sustainable, and innovative public procurement system — aligned with both national priorities and EU sustainability objectives.

Practical information

Where
Online only
When
-
Who should attend
procurement professional, SME, policy advisor, sustainability advocate
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CO₂ Performance Ladder Europe
Website
GPP CoP with Irish Green Building Council
Entrance fee
0
Submitted by
Marianne Ibrahim
European commission
No

Description

GPP CoP-IGBC/Ireland

This session aims to:

  • Provide in-depth insight into the National Public Procurement Strategy and Circular 17/2025
  • Explore how Green Public Procurement (GPP) is being embedded into policy and practice
  • Highlight the practical benefits for SMEs, including access to tools, guidance, and procurement opportunities
  • Equip attendees with knowledge to navigate and contribute to Ireland’s evolving procurement landscape.

Meet the speakers:

Fergal Grogan

Assistant Principal Officer, Policy Unit, Office of Government Procurement (OGP) of Ireland
An expert in procurement policy development, Fergal will offer strategic perspectives on the new procurement framework and its long-term vision.

Colin Doyle

Higher Executive Officer, Office of Government Procurement (OGP) of Ireland
Colin brings operational insight into implementing Circular 17/2025 and its impact on buyers and suppliers across Ireland.

Ingrid De Doncker(Chair)


Co-founder & Head of Research and Innovation, Future Planet
A leader in sustainable innovation, Ingrid will facilitate the session, drawing connections between strategy, impact, and implementation.


Who Should Attend?

  • Procurement professionals (public and private sector)
  • SMEs looking to engage with public tenders
  • Sustainability and ESG professionals
  • Policy-makers and local government officers
  • Anyone interested in public procurement reform in Ireland