Westfalia Fruit Group, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, is advancing on its industry-leading water strategy with plans to decrease the precious resource's use by 50 percent by 2030. Strategies have been developed for South Africa, Chile, Peru, Colombia and Portugal to reduce water use and improve water use efficiency. These are made up of specific best practices, measurement and technology-related interventions whose success … [Read more...] about Westfalia rolls out Global Water Plan in pioneering approach
carbon neutrality
Yili Yunnan Dairy factory certified as first zero-carbon food facility in China
Yili Group’s dairy factory based in Yunnan, China was recently given the PAS 2060 certification on carbon neutrality. This was awarded by Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification, making the facility the first to be certified as such in China. The company is expected to continue to leverage tech innovation for green development and further explore ways to achieve carbon neutrality. Last Year, Yili Yunnan Dairy was awarded a “green electricity certificate”, … [Read more...] about Yili Yunnan Dairy factory certified as first zero-carbon food facility in China
Kraft Heinz targets carbon neutrality by 2050
The Kraft Heinz Company is committing to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its operational and global supply chains by 2050. In the short term, the food supplier is aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. For the latter, it will focus on scope 3 emissions, as this comprises 95% of total emissions generated by the company. To achieve this, Kraft Heinz will be taking strides that are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Net-Zero Standard. These … [Read more...] about Kraft Heinz targets carbon neutrality by 2050