Posted: November 24, 2025
Marks & Spencer has launched RE:Spark, a new supply chain decarbonization program developed with Schneider Electric, to accelerate renewable electricity adoption across key sourcing regions. The initiative supports M&S’ broader ambition to reach net-zero supply chain emissions by 2040 by equipping suppliers with tools, training and advisory services to cut emissions and transition to cleaner energy.
Marks & Spencer has partnered with Schneider Electric to launch RE:Spark, a new program aimed at helping the retailer decarbonize its global fashion supply chain and move closer to its 2040 net-zero target. The initiative will focus on accelerating the adoption of renewable electricity across five major sourcing regions, China, India, Bangladesh, Vietnam and Turkey, through training, regional market briefings and supplier education. M&S said the program is designed to support suppliers at every stage of the clean energy transition and strengthen its efforts to reduce supply chain decarbonization impacts across its operations.
Over the next three years, RE:Spark will expand from high-impact regions to cover more of M&S’ supply chain, offering suppliers access to Schneider Electric’s Zeigo Hub, a digital platform that enables companies to engage suppliers, track participation and monitor supply chain emissions. The program will also provide advisory services to help suppliers evaluate clean energy opportunities such as solar solutions, green tariffs, energy attribute certificates and power purchase agreements. M&S emphasized that the majority of its carbon footprint, 95%, comes from Scope 3 emissions generated through its food, fashion, home and beauty products, making supplier engagement central to its climate strategy.
M&S said the goal of RE:Spark is to look beyond its own operations and drive meaningful change throughout the supply chain, helping suppliers build long-term resilience and networks that support cleaner energy use. Schneider Electric has launched similar partnerships with fashion brands, including Levi Strauss & Co. earlier this year, as companies work to accelerate renewable electricity adoption and meet rising regulatory and consumer expectations. For M&S, the program underscores its commitment to supporting suppliers in their transition and establishing industry-wide momentum toward deeper supply chain decarbonization.
