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EcoTech Solutions, a manufacturing company aiming for ISO 14001:2015 certification, recognizes the significant environmental impact of its extensive supply chain, particularly concerning the sourcing of raw materials and components. The company\'s environmental management representative, Anya Sharma, is tasked with developing a strategy to ensure that EcoTech\'s suppliers align with the organization\'s environmental objectives and contribute to reducing its overall environmental footprint. Considering the requirements of ISO 14001:2015 regarding operational control and the life cycle perspective, what is the MOST comprehensive and effective approach Anya should recommend to top management for managing environmental aspects within EcoTech\'s supply chain to ensure that EcoTech\'s supply chain environmental impact is minimized and meets the requirements of ISO 14001:2015? This approach must go beyond simple preferences and create a verifiable, sustainable supply chain.
Establish environmental criteria within supplier contracts, conduct regular audits to verify compliance with these criteria, and provide support and resources to suppliers to improve their environmental performance.
Prioritize sourcing from suppliers who already possess ISO 14001 certification or other recognized environmental management certifications to ensure a baseline level of environmental responsibility.
Focus solely on optimizing transportation logistics to reduce carbon emissions associated with the movement of goods, such as consolidating shipments and selecting carriers with fuel-efficient fleets.
Conduct annual training sessions for suppliers on environmental awareness and best practices, encouraging them to adopt more sustainable practices in their operations.

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