How to Join
As SP continues to provide innovative solutions and cooperative approaches to environmental sustainability issues in the automotive supply chain, we welcome new companies to join us in this endeavor.
Since 2002, Suppliers Partnership for the Environment (SP) has been the leading forum for global automotive manufacturers, their large and small suppliers, the US EPA and other government entities from around the world to work together to improve the environmental sustainability and business value of the global automotive supply chain.
SP members are working together toward a shared vision of an automotive industry with positive environmental impact by advancing leading practices / projects in key areas such as,
- SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS. Striving to transform our manufacturing operations to achieve positive environmental impact through minimizing resource use, optimizing efficiency and advancing innovation.
- SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS. Striving to eliminate waste and optimize use of sustainable materials in our operations and products.
- SUSTAINABLE SUPPLIERS. Striving to help our suppliers minimize their environmental impact and advance sustainable innovations at scale through sharing of environmental best practices, tools and resources.
Value of SP Membership
- Engage in leadership forum where automotive industry environmental sustainability leaders come together to connect, learn and advance best practice related to industry environmental sustainability goals and priorities.
- Collaborate with industry peers through member-driven work groups on unique projects and activities addressing short-term environmental sustainability and business needs while promoting action in support of long-term industry goals.
- Enhance collaborative relationships with industry thought leaders and innovators, as well as strategic stakeholders in government and NGO community.
SP members tell us that SP’s strengths include,
- balancing long-term environmental sustainability aspirations with tangible short-term projects
- facilitating collaboration among organizations of all sizes
- sharing environmental best practices across the supply chain
- fostering a network of experts to mentor and enable others
- extending positive impacts to local communities and organizations outside the auto sector through outreach / education
- building unique collaborative relationships with US EPA and others
Membership Requirements
- Membership in the Suppliers Partnership for the Environment (SP) is open to vehicle manufacturers, their tiered suppliers and service providers, and other companies doing business within the automotive value chain.
- Government entities and charitable non-profit organizations with an established relationship with the automotive industry may also be considered for associate membership. Please contact us for more information on eligibility.
- Application for membership in SP needs to be made by completing the application form linked below. An invoice for annual membership dues will be issued upon acceptance of the application. SP’s fiscal year runs from January 1 to December 31. Future membership dues may be prorated based on a new member’s application date to align with a calendar year schedule.
- A prospective member also needs to indicate the company’s willingness to conduct business in accordance with SP’s bylaws and its antitrust guidelines.



ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES
Suppliers / Value Chain
based on North American corporate sales
- Group I – Sales >$1 billion dollars: $10,000
- Group II – Sales >$250 million <$1 billion dollar: $ 5,000
- Group III – Sales >$100 million <$250 million dollars: $ 2,500
- Group IV – Sales >$10 million <$100 million dollars: $ 1,500
- Group V – Sales $0 to $10 million dollars: $ 1,000
Vehicle Manufacturers
based on US market share
- > 10% US Market Share: $20,000
- 5% – 10% US Market Share: $15,000
- <5% US Market Share: $12,500