S4E4 - Beyond Cost: The Future of Sustainable Procurement w/ Richard Martin

How can procurement move beyond cost-cutting to become a catalyst for better infrastructure outcomes? In this episode, we’re joined by Richard Martin, Executive Director at ConnellGriffin, to explore the growing role of sustainable procurement in shaping the future of infrastructure delivery. The conversation examines why sustainability is often introduced too late in the procurement process, and how earlier integration during planning and decision-making can unlock stronger environmental, social and long-term economic outcomes. Richard also discusses the importance of aligning policy, procurement and project delivery, adopting a whole-of-life (TOTEX) approach to value, and using procurement as a system-level lever for decarbonisation and innovation. From government ambition to industry implementation, this episode highlights the challenges, opportunities and practical shifts needed to rethink how infrastructure is planned, sourced and managed across its full lifecycle. 👉 We'd love to hear your feedback, share your questions or comments below. 👉 Like & Subscribe so you won't miss out on our upcoming episodes! 👉 Keep up to date with the Infrastructure Sustainability Council: Website: ⁠https://www.iscouncil.org/⁠ LinkedIn: / infrastructure-sustainability-council ⁠#podcast⁠ ⁠#infrastructure⁠ ⁠#sustainability⁠ ⁠#buildingtomorrow⁠ #sustainableprocurement #procurement #sustainableinfrastructure