The COVID-19 pandemic is driving heightened consumer interest in sustainability. Let’s take a peek at the Japanese consumer’s interest in food sustainability – and why we think sustainability is the future of the Japanese chocolate market. Ending the Reign of 3 Common Myths in Japan Food sustainability in Japan can be said to be in its early adoption phase in… Read more »
ADM (NYSE: ADM) today announced an ambitious new plan to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent and its energy intensity by 15 percent by 2035. “Every single day, ADM is focused on keeping its employees healthy and safe while simultaneously ensuring we are continuing to support the world’s food supply,” said Chairman and CEO Juan Luciano. “At… Read more »
The sustainability of manufacturing, from packaging onwards, is among topics analyzed at Bologna’s International Packaging Speaks Green Forum, scheduled February 20 – 21, held at the FICO Eataly World Congress Hall. Organized by UCIMA and the FICO Foundation, the forum promotes meetings and discussion among institutions, industries, and academia on B2B and sustainable development. The forum will offer a comprehensive… Read more »
The world is “off track” in meeting hunger, food security and nutrition targets that are part of the Sustainable Development Goal, the Food and Agriculture Organization said in a report released on July 18. “Being off track when it comes to reaching core pillars of the S.D.G.s unquestionably puts at risk the achievement of the entire 2030 Agenda, and makes… Read more »
The Purdue University team is now looking for industrial partners for its biodegradable, advanced barrier coating A team of Purdue University, US, researchers have manufactured an innovative new process that uses cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) to create advanced barrier coatings for food packaging. The technology can be used to create non-toxic and biodegradable packaging solutions. The shelf-life extending process also has… Read more »
The movement to fully recyclable and biodegradable packaging materials has been gradual as consumers become more educated about the danger plastics pose to natural habitats like oceans. It’s a slow tide rising, but many experts predict that sustainable packaging is about to wash over most consumer packaged goods (C.P.G.s) within the decade. The question for baked foods and snack producers… Read more »
Bakery company Grupo Bimbo has taken a step towards its emission reduction goals after partnering with Invenergy, who will supply the company with 100 mW of wind energy. Grupo Bimbo is aiming to become the first bakery company in the US to source 100% of its energy from renewable sources and aims to achieve this ambition by 2020. The company… Read more »
When President Trump pulled the United States out of the Paris climate agreement, many were worried that it could spell the end of the accord. The concern was that if as big a player as the US was to leave, other countries would see little point in remaining. But in a strange twist of fate, the reverse has happened. Nations… Read more »
Barry Callebaut joins leading industry initiatives to develop sustainable supply chains
The Barry Callebaut Group has announced its engagement in three key industry initiatives strengthening its engagement in the development of sustainable global supply chains and agriculture. “Becoming a member of SAI Platform and Aim Progress is an important step for us in working towards sustainability in our supply chains, particularly in sugar and dairy products,” comments Massimo Selmo, head of… Read more »
