MEMA Center for Sustainability Advances Industry Progress with Sustainability Council Momentum

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The MEMA Center for Sustainability made another significant step towards fostering industry collaboration through its Sustainability Council, which launched with its inaugural meeting in February 2025. This meeting brought together both MEMA Original Equipment and Aftermarket Supplier members to engage in sustainability challenges, share best practices and drive industry solutions.

The MEMA Sustainability Council serves as a dedicated forum for vehicle supplier sustainability executives and professionals to network among their peers while driving industry transformation. The kickoff meeting included a presentation by Manufacture 2030 in preparation for their annual survey as well as an introduction to Kellen Mahoney from Suppliers Partnership for the Environment and announcement of their collaboration. It then concluded with our quarterly customer spotlight from Fred Gersdorff, senior manager of socially responsible and sustainable supply chains at GM, who shared insights on their supply chain sustainability expectations.

"This first meeting was an important step in advancing sustainability collaboration among vehicle suppliers," said Bryan Russell, senior director, MEMA Center for Sustainability. "Our members are driving real progress in sustainability, and the MEMA Sustainability Council provides a dedicated space to share insights, address industry concerns and develop solutions together."

The next Sustainability Council meeting will be held on May 6, 2025. MEMA members are encouraged to join the council and continue the conversation on key sustainability initiatives, challenges and strategies shaping the industry.

For more information or to join, visit the Sustainability Council page or contact Bryan Russell, senior director, MEMA Center for Sustainability.

About MEMA Center for Sustainability

MEMA's Center for Sustainability is the leading collaborative network of Original Equipment and Aftermarket suppliers, united by the common goal to create a more sustainable future. With a mission to serve MEMA members wherever they are on their sustainability journey, our collaborative community helps members comply and build advantage as they assess and respond to the needs of their customers and other stakeholders. Learn more at mema.org/sustainability/about-center.

About MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, is the leading trade association in North America for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. It has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.

Companies join MEMA via two membership groups: MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations.

Members conceive, design, and manufacture the OE systems and technologies that make up two-thirds of the value of every vehicle and supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society’s transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at MEMA.org.